ETYM This is properly the plural of body, Oe. bodise a pair of bodies, equiv. to a bodice. Related to Corset, and see Body.
Part of a dress above the waist.

ETYM French See Corset.
1. A flower or small floral arrangement worn on a dress or, occasionally on the wrist.
2. The waist or bodice of a lady's dress.
Part of dress over bust; bouquet worn on dress.

A V-shaped panel of stiff material worn over the chest and stomach in the 16th century.
Armour for the chest; covering or ornament for the chest area