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Meaning of word gauntlet from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

gauntlet noun

Meaning : To offer or accept a challenge.

Example : Threw down the gauntlet.
Took up the gauntlet.

Synonyms : gantlet

Meaning : A glove of armored leather. Protects the hand.

Synonyms : gantlet, metal glove

Meaning : A glove with long sleeve.

Synonyms : gantlet

Meaning : A form of punishment in which a person is forced to run between two lines of men facing each other and armed with clubs or whips to beat the victim.

Synonyms : gantlet

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