Associations to the word «Byrnie»

Wiktionary

BYRNIE, noun. (historical) A short chain mail shirt, covering from the upper arms to the upper thighs.

Dictionary definition

BYRNIE, noun. A long (usually sleeveless) tunic of chain mail formerly worn as defensive armor.

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy