Gauntlet

Posted by Eddie on October 12, 2000

I must be blind as a bat, but I couldn't find the meaning to the phrase "throw down the gauntlet", even tho it's listed in phrase finder. Does it mean to issue a challenge? Any prompt replies will be appreciated.

• If at first you don't succeed... Will G. Londonstone 11/26/00
• Throw down the gauntlet ESC 10/12/00