transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈbres(t)-ˌplāt ]
noun
Date: 14th century
1. : a usually metal plate worn as defensive armor for the breast — see armor illustration
2. : a vestment worn in ancient times by a Jewish high priest and set with 12 gems bearing the names of the tribes of Israel
3. : a piece against which a worker's breast is pressed in operating a tool (as a breast drill)