barding,vbl.n.|ˈbɑːdɪŋ| [f. bard v.1orn.2 + -ing1.] Warlike or ornamental covering of a horse. 1536Bellendene Cron. Scot. 25 (Jam.) Bellis that hang on thair bardyngis.1834J. R. Planché Brit. Costume 144 The bardings of his horse..are similarly blazoned.