1. armor that covers and protects the shins and lower legs
Usage: usually plural; historical/medieval context
2. the sediment or dregs left over from rendering animal fat or making soap
Usage: usually plural; archaic or technical

Examples

• The knight wore polished greaves beneath his tunic to protect his legs in battle.
• Medieval soldiers often paired greaves with cuirasses for full-body protection.
• The blacksmith crafted greaves from steel for the nobleman's armor.
• After rendering the lard, the cook discarded the greaves into the waste bin.
• The soap maker collected greaves from the fat-boiling process.