BACKPIECE

Etymology

Noun

backpiece (plural backpieces)

A decorated comb that attaches a veil to the back of a bride's head.

A large tattoo on a person's back.

A piece or plate of armour protecting a person's back.

Synonym: backplate

Source: Wiktionary


Back"piece`, Back"plate`, n. Etym: [Back,n.or a. + piece, plate. ]

Definition: A piece, or plate which forms the back of anything, or which covers the back; armor for the back.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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