gaiter
gaiter Lexical Profile
gaiter Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A tube of fabric worn around the neck that can be pulled up over the mouth and nose for warmth or protection from wind and dust.
"During the chilly morning run, she pulled her fleece gaiter up over her chin to block the wind."
A protective covering of cloth, leather, or synthetic material worn over the ankle and lower leg to keep out mud, snow, water, or pebbles.
"The hikers strapped on waterproof gaiters before trekking through the deep snow."
British A flexible protective sleeve made of rubber or leather fitted around a mechanical joint or shaft, such as on a vehicle's steering rack or suspension, to keep out dirt and retain lubricant.
"The mechanic noticed a split in the rubber steering rack gaiter during the annual inspection."
Word Nuance & Usage
Do not confuse "gaiter" (a protective leg or neck covering) with its homophone "gator" (an informal clipping of alligator).
• Rhymes for gaiter
Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the late 18th century from French guêtre, from Middle French guestre, ultimately of Frankish origin and related to Old High German winstra ('left').