Meaning ofbreastplatein English

Noun

1. armor covering the chest; front protection
   The knight wore a breastplate to protect his chest during battle.
2. torso armor; combined front and back plates
   The breastplate on the horse saddle helped to stabilize the rider.
3. saddle stabilizer for horses
   In ancient times, the high priest wore a sacred breastplate with twelve precious stones.
4. ceremonial Jewish garment with precious stones
   The high priest put on the sacred breastplate before performing the ritual.