Hyperaspist definitions

Hyperaspist

• (n.) One who holds a shield over another; hence, a defender.
Found on http://thinkexist.com/dictionary/meaning/hyperaspist/

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Hyperaspist

Hy`per·as'pist noun [ Greek ..., from ... to cover with a shield; 'ype`r over + ... shield.] One who holds a shield over another; hence, a defender. [ Obsolete] Chillingworth.
Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/H/80

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