Obs. rare1. [dim. of TACHE sb.1, a spot: see -ETTE.] A stud.

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1688.  R. Holme, Armoury, II. xix. (Roxb.), 166/1. Tachettes, the buttons or round naile heads which are set about the skirts or the Armour to adorn and set it out, resembling little spots.

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