English Dictionary

quintain

/ˈkwɪntɪn/

noun

(now historical) An object (generally a post or plank on a support) set up as a target to be tilted at in jousting, or otherwise used as target practice.

The quintain is a popular game in medieval times.

意味（1）

(now historical) An object (generally a post or plank on a support) set up as a target to be tilted at in jousting, or otherwise used as target practice.

My better parts

Are all thrown down; and that which here stands up

My better parts Are all thrown down; and that which here stands up Is but a quintain, a mere lifeless block.