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Breastplate

usgb/ˈbrestpleɪt/Volume
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Historical Armor

Breastplate refers to historic protective gear, rarely used in modern times except in historical reenactments or descriptions.

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The museum displayed a medieval breastplate, gleaming under the lights.
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Protection Focus

The term emphasizes protection in combat, often used in stories or films about knights and warfare.

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The warrior's breastplate was dented from many fierce battles.
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Metaphoric Usage

Sometimes used metaphorically to describe something that provides emotional or psychological defense.

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She put on her mental breastplate to face the challenges ahead.
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