pectoral

noun

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Pronunciation: /ˈpɛk.tə.ɹəl/ / /pɛkˈtoɹəl/

Etymology: All senses are ultimately from Latin pectorālis, but some may have come through Old French and Middle English.

Of or pertaining to the breast, or chest.
“the pectoral muscles”
“Clad in red robes and a gold pectoral cross, Agostini finally lowered his gaze as he crossed the marble floor.”
Relating to, or good for, diseases of the chest or lungs.
“But, in general, a few days' confinement, abstinence from flesh meat, and frequent sippings of some tepid pectoral drink, sufficed for the cure.”
Having the breast conspicuously colored.
“the pectoral sandpiper”

Etymology: All senses are ultimately from Latin pectorālis, but some may have come through Old French and Middle English.

A pectoral fin.
Protective armor for a horse's breast.
“The Poitrinal, Pectoral, or Breast Plate was formed of plates of metal rivetted together, which covered the breast and shoulders of the horse, it was commonly adorned with foliage, or other ornaments engraved or embossed.”
A covering or protection for the breast.
A breastplate, especially that worn by the Jewish high priest.
A clasp, cross, or ornamental square of cloth etc. worn upon the breast.
An ancient Egyptian item of jewelry worn upon the chest, often part of (or constituting) a necklace or collar.
A medicine for diseases of the chest organs, especially the lungs.