headgear
headgear Lexical Profile
headgear Game Scores & Validity
• noun
Any element of clothing, protective equipment, or decorative accessory worn on the head, such as a hat, helmet, or crown.
"Cyclists are strongly advised to wear proper protective headgear to prevent injury in the event of a crash."
An orthodontic appliance worn partly outside the mouth, typically strapped around the head or neck, used to apply force to the jaws and correct the alignment of teeth.
"The teenager felt slightly self-conscious about having to wear her orthodontic headgear to school."
The structural framework and winding mechanism erected at the top of a mine shaft to support hoisting operations.
"The abandoned colliery was easily recognizable from miles away by its rusting steel headgear."
Word Origin & Etymology
Originates from the late 16th century, formed as a compound of 'head' and 'gear' (referring to apparel, equipment, or machinery).
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