noun

breastplate

BREHST-playt

Breastplate (noun) means a piece of armor that protects the chest. Example: “The knight's breastplate bore his family's crest.”

noun

A piece of armor that protects the chest.

"The knight's breastplate bore his family's crest."

A strap of horse tack that stops the saddle from sliding backward.

"She fitted a breastplate to keep the saddle from slipping on the steep trail."

How to use breastplate

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishArmor (or riding gear) that covers or secures around the chest.

Word forms

breastplates plural

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Etymology

From Middle English brestplate, a compound of breast and plate.

Origin: Middle English

Synonyms

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Rhymes for breastplate

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Frequently asked questions

What does “breastplate” mean?

The word “breastplate” means a piece of armor that protects the chest. In plain terms, armor (or riding gear) that covers or secures around the chest.

How do you pronounce “breastplate”?

“Breastplate” is pronounced BREHST-playt (/ˈbɹɛstˌpleɪt/ in IPA).

How do you use “breastplate” in a sentence?

Here is “breastplate” used in a sentence: “The knight's breastplate bore his family's crest.”

What part of speech is “breastplate”?

“Breastplate” is a noun.

Where does the word “breastplate” come from?

The word “breastplate” comes from Middle English. From Middle English brestplate, a compound of breast and plate.

How many meanings does “breastplate” have?

“Breastplate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a piece of armor that protects the chest.

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