gorget

  1. Noun.  (historical) A piece of armour for the throat.
  2. Noun.  (historical) A type of women's clothing covering the neck and breast; a wimple.
  3. Noun.  An ornament for the neck; a necklace, ornamental collar, torque etc.

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