English words from Old French
- solIn a movable-do or tonic sol-fa system: the fifth step in a scale, preceded by fa and followed by la.
- WaceA Jersey-born writer of the 12th century.
- bec de corbinA poleaxe with a modified hammerhead and a spike mounted on the top of the pole.
- bohortAn early type of jousting competition in medieval Europe.
- buisineA medieval wind instrument with a very long, straight and slender body, usually made of metal.
- DurendalIn the Matter of France, the legendary sword of the paladin Roland, said to be indestructible.
- esbatA Wiccan coven gathering other than one of the Sabbats. While a full moon ritual may be held during an esbat, esbats encompass coven business meetings, social occasions, and opportunities for merriment.
- executressA female executor; an executrix.
- fabliauA short, farcical, often bawdy tale of a genre written in the North of France in the 12th, 13th and 14th centuries.
- flanchardA piece of armor designed to be attached to the sides of a saddle to protect the flanks of the horse.