body armor

• Schutzkleidung, die dazu dient, physische Angriffe zu absorbieren oder abzuwehren; sie wird meist von Militär-, Polizei- oder Sicherheitskräften getragen, um den Rumpf vor Kugeln, Splittern oder Stichwaffen zu schützen.

Protective clothing designed to absorb or deflect physical attacks, typically worn by military personnel, police officers, or security guards to protect the torso from bullets, shrapnel, or stabbing weapons.

1. B2formal

   A type of protective clothing designed to absorb or deflect physical attacks, such as bullets, shrapnel, or sharp objects.

   Körperpanzerung

   • Police officers wear body armor for protection during dangerous operations.
   • The soldier's body armor stopped the bullet.
   • Modern body armor is made from lightweight materials like Kevlar.