Plastron
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
(zoology) the part of a turtle's shell forming its underside
Framework senses
- §1
- (zoology) the part of a turtle's shell forming its underside
- §2
- a large pad worn by a fencer to protect the chest
- §3
- a metal breastplate that was worn under a coat of mail
- §4
- the front of man's dress shirt
- §5
- the ornamental front of a woman's bodice or shirt