Definition of "chape" in English

noun

1. The lower metallic cap at the end of a sword's scabbard.

2. Alternative form of chappe (“rainguard”) (piece fitted to a sword's crossguard).

3. (archaic) The piece by which an object is attached to something, such as the frog of a scabbard or the metal loop at the back of a buckle by which it is fastened to a strap.

4. The tip of a fox's tail.