plastron

• Substantiv mit mehreren Bedeutungen: bezeichnet ein Zierteil an Bluse oder Hemd, einen metallischen Brustpanzer unter der Rüstung, eine Schutzauflage beim Fechten oder den Bauchpanzer einer Schildkröte.

A noun with multiple meanings: it can refer to the ornamental front of a bodice or shirt, a metal breastplate worn under armor, a protective pad used in fencing, or the underside of a turtle's shell.

1. Ornamental bodice frontC1formal

   The decorative front panel of a woman's bodice or blouse, often embellished with lace or embroidery.

   Verzierter Einsatz am Mieder

   • The dress featured a silk plastron adorned with pearls.
   • She wore a vintage blouse with an embroidered plastron.
   • The plastron of her gown was covered in intricate beadwork.

   Synonymedickey

2. Dress shirt frontC1formal

   The front part of a man's formal dress shirt, often stiffened or pleated.

   Plastron

   • His tuxedo shirt had a starched plastron.
   • The plastron of the shirt was pleated for a classic look.
   • He adjusted the studs on his shirt's plastron.

   Synonymebosom

3. Metal breastplateC1formal

   A piece of armor worn over the chest, typically under chainmail, for protection.

   Brustpanzer

   • The knight wore a steel plastron beneath his mail.
   • The plastron was engraved with his family crest.
   • Medieval armor often included a reinforced plastron.

   Synonymebreastplatecuirass

4. Fencing chest protectorC1formalsport

   A padded protective garment worn by fencers to shield the chest and torso.

   Brustschutz beim Fechten

   • The fencer put on a plastron before the match.
   • A plastron is essential for safety in fencing.
   • His plastron absorbed the impact of the opponent's thrust.

5. Turtle shell undersideC1formalscientific

   The ventral (bottom) part of a turtle's shell, also known as the lower shell.

   Plastron

   • The turtle's plastron is lighter in color than its carapace.
   • Scientists examined the plastron to determine the turtle's age.
   • The plastron provides protection for the turtle's soft underside.