frontplate
nounUK /ˈfrʌntpleɪt/
US /ˈfrʌntpleɪt/
The flat part on the front of something.
The frontplate of the old radio was shiny and silver.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A protective metal plate worn on the front of the body, as in armor.
The knight's frontplate was dented from the battle.
3. The detachable front section of a piece of equipment or machinery.
He removed the frontplate to reach the wiring inside.
4. A decorative plate fixed to the front of a door or appliance.
The frontplate on the oven showed the brand name.