breastplate vs bridle

breastplate

noun
  • A piece of horse tack designed to prevent the saddle slipping backwards. 

  • A piece of armor that covers the chest. 

  • A piece of silicone in the shape of women's breasts worn by drag queens and other female impersonators to simulate a female body shape. 

  • An embroidered square of linen worn on the breast of the Jewish high priest, bearing twelve precious stones, each inscribed with the name of one of the tribes of Israel. 

bridle

noun
  • The headgear with which a horse is directed and which carries a bit and reins. 

  • A length of line or cable attached to two parts of something to spread the force of a pull, as the rigging on a kite for attaching line. 

  • A mooring hawser. 

  • A piece in the interior of a gunlock which holds in place the tumbler, sear, etc. 

  • A restraint; a curb; a check. 

  • A gesture expressing pride or vanity. 

verb
  • To hold up one's head proudly or affectedly. 

  • To check, restrain, or control with, or as if with, a bridle; as in bridle your tongue. 

  • To show hostility or resentment. 

  • To put a bridle on. 

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