B2 adjective Neutral

breastplate

/ˈbrest.pleɪt/

A piece of armor designed to cover and protect the chest of the wearer. It is typically made from a single piece of metal or leather and was historically used by soldiers in battle.

Beispiele

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1

The museum's center piece was a shiny gold breastplate once worn by a Roman general.

The museum's center piece was a shiny gold breastplate once worn by a Roman general.

2

Archeological findings indicate that the bronze breastplate was a hallmark of high-ranking infantrymen.

Archeological findings indicate that the bronze breastplate was a hallmark of high-ranking infantrymen.

3

Please ensure the actor's breastplate is securely fastened before he goes on stage for the duel.

Please ensure the actor's breastplate is securely fastened before he goes on stage for the duel.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
breastplate
Verwandt
breast
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Merkhilfe

Think of it literally: a 'plate' for your 'breast' (chest). It’s a metal plate that protects your heart.

Schnelles Quiz

The warrior strapped on his _______ to protect his heart from the enemy's arrows.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: breastplate

Beispiele

1

The museum's center piece was a shiny gold breastplate once worn by a Roman general.

everyday

The museum's center piece was a shiny gold breastplate once worn by a Roman general.

2

Archeological findings indicate that the bronze breastplate was a hallmark of high-ranking infantrymen.

academic

Archeological findings indicate that the bronze breastplate was a hallmark of high-ranking infantrymen.

3

Please ensure the actor's breastplate is securely fastened before he goes on stage for the duel.

formal

Please ensure the actor's breastplate is securely fastened before he goes on stage for the duel.

4

I'm making a DIY breastplate out of cardboard for my superhero costume.

informal

I'm making a DIY breastplate out of cardboard for my superhero costume.

5

The historical replica company saw a 20% increase in breastplate orders following the release of the medieval film.

business

The historical replica company saw a 20% increase in breastplate orders following the release of the medieval film.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
breastplate
Verwandt
breast

Häufige Kollokationen

polished breastplate a shiny, clean chest protector
ornate breastplate a highly decorated chest protector
steel breastplate a chest protector made of steel
ceremonial breastplate a chest protector used for formal events rather than battle
don a breastplate to put on a piece of chest armor

Häufige Phrasen

breastplate of righteousness

a biblical metaphor for moral integrity

plate armor

a full suit of protective metal plates

suit of armor

a complete set of protective clothing for a warrior

Wird oft verwechselt mit

breastplate vs cuirass

A cuirass usually includes both a breastplate and a backplate joined together, while a breastplate refers specifically to the front.

breastplate vs shield

A shield is a handheld piece of protection, whereas a breastplate is worn directly on the torso.

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Nutzungshinweise

The word is most commonly used in historical, archaeological, or fantasy literature contexts. While it technically refers to physical armor, it is sometimes used metaphorically in religious or poetic texts to represent protection of the heart or soul.

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Häufige Fehler

Learners sometimes use 'breastplate' to refer to a whole suit of armor; remember it only covers the chest. It is also a countable noun, so it requires an article or pluralization.

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Merkhilfe

Think of it literally: a 'plate' for your 'breast' (chest). It’s a metal plate that protects your heart.

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Wortherkunft

A compound of the Old English 'breost' (chest) and 'platte' (a thin sheet of metal), appearing together in Middle English.

Grammatikmuster

Countable noun Plural form: breastplates Often used as a compound noun
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Kultureller Kontext

The breastplate is a central piece of iconography for medieval knights and is famously mentioned in the Bible as part of the 'Armor of God'.

Schnelles Quiz

The warrior strapped on his _______ to protect his heart from the enemy's arrows.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: breastplate

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