Clues for the word "BREASTPLATE"

We've had 8 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 11 times in crosswords. It was last seen in LA Times crossword on February 23, 2026.

Definition of breastplate

n. - A plate of metal covering the breast as defensive armor.
n. - A piece against which the workman presses his breast in operating a breast drill, or other similar tool.
n. - A strap that runs across a horse's breast.
n. - A part of the vestment of the high priest, worn upon the front of the ephod. It was a double piece of richly embroidered stuff, a span square, set with twelve precious stones, on which were engraved the names of the twelve tribes of Israel. See Ephod.