breastplate

noun

breast·plate ˈbres(t)-ˌplāt

: a usually metal plate worn as defensive armor for the breast see armor illustration

: a vestment worn in ancient times by a Jewish high priest and set with 12 gems bearing the names of the tribes of Israel

: a piece against which a worker's breast is pressed in operating a tool (such as a breast drill)

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The Museum of Fine Arts exhibition includes a 1st century Roman statue of Minerva, wearing her customary helmet and breastplate. —

Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024 The breastplate transitions to sheer under the bustline, with black, gold and silver streaks cascading down. —

Maggie Clancy, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019 Truly, where did Sapphira get that new breastplate from? —

Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 5 Apr. 2024 The star wore another meaningful look during the broadcast — a gold breastplate adorned with seven 3D roses. —

Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 20 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for breastplate