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Byrnie Coat ˈbɜ:Nɪ N Archaic Word Mail Etymology

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[ˈbɜ:nɪ]
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an archaic word for coat of mail

Etymology:
Old English byrne; related to Old Norse brynja, Gothic brunjō, Old High German brunnia coat of mail, Old Irish bruinne breast

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