Definitions for "Backpiece"
Keywords:  veil, barrette, comb, bride, bow
A barrette or comb that fastens to the back of the head, to which the veil is then attached. The backpiece is often decorated with flowers, beads, or bows.
A decorated comb on the back of a bride's head to be attached to a veil.
A somewhat generic headpiece term used to describe any headpiece that attaches to the hair at the back. It is often a bow or cluster of flowers.
Keywords:  cuirass, armor, plate, worn, piece
A piece, or plate which forms the back of anything, or which covers the back.
A piece of plate armor protecting the back; -- it is worn as part of a cuirass.