What does stomacher mean?
noun
A piece of ornamental embroidery, typically in the shape of a bow or a flower, used to fasten a woman's bodice or a man's waistcoat; a decorative panel or a piece of fabric used to cover or fasten a garment.
Example
"The 18th-century woman's dress featured a large stomacher adorned with intricate lace and pearls."
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