Definition of "tabard" in English

noun

1. A silk banner attached to a bugle or trumpet.

2. A sleeveless jerkin or loose overgarment.

3. (historical) A sleeveless garment made of coarse cloth formerly worn outdoors by the common people.

4. (historical) A cape or tunic worn by a knight, emblazoned with the coat of arms of his king or queen on the front.

5. (historical) A similar garment officially worn by a herald and emblazoned with his sovereign's coat of arms.