‖n. [ F. ] 1. (Anc. Armor) A metal plate covering the knee. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. (Fort.) That part of a parapet which lies between the gun platform and the bottom of an embrasure. [ 1913 Webster ]
(Cookery) A rich glazed cake, with almonds, pistachios, filberts, or other nuts; also, a rich currant cake with almonds on the top. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ]