A piece of armor or a decorative worn by women in historical dress, or a small basket (archaic).
From Old French 'buschet' (small box), possibly related to 'busc' (wood or stick). Meaning shifted between armor piece and basket depending on context and time period.
In medieval armor history, a busket might refer to the reinforced front plate of a corset-like protective garment, showing how fashion and function were inseparable in war and court dress.
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