θώραξ
Etym. θωρήσσω
I. "a breastplate, cuirass, corslet", Lat. lorica, Il.:— the breast and back pieces which composed it were called γύαλα, which were fastened by clasps (ὀχεῖς) on both sides.
II. "the part covered by the breastplate, the trunk", Eur., Plat.
III. "the breastwork" of a wall, "the outer wall", Hdt.