grapper

/ˈɡɹæpəɹ/

Etymology

Related to grapple.

grapper means A metal ring or leather strap on the base of a lance behind the grip, designed to stop the lance from moving backward by catching on the lance rest or on the lancer's chest and arm when the lance was tucked into the armpit. Lexicurio rates it Rare gem — a strength score of 80 out of 100.

noun

A metal ring or leather strap on the base of a lance behind the grip, designed to stop the lance from moving backward by catching on the lance rest or on the lancer's chest and arm when the lance was tucked into the armpit.“1997, Professor Department of History Sydney Anglo, Sydney Anglo, Spectacle, Pageantry, and Early Tudor Policy, Oxford University Press on Demand Likewise , if the jouster's spear were tied with 'thonge' or 'grappers', he should be ejected ignominiously.”
A grappling hook or grappling iron.“We fastned grappers in her, and soe towed her a head.”