Crossword clue: defensive armor formerly worn by a man at arms. 3. (cookery) a thin slice of fat bacon used to cover any meat or game.

The most common answer is bard (4 letters).

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Possible answers

bard 4 letters web-def

an ornamental caparison for a horse

barde 5 letters web-def

put a caparison on