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mouthguard Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A protective device that covers the teeth and gums to prevent injury, typically worn during contact sports.
Usage Example
"The hockey player adjusted his gumshield before stepping onto the ice for the final period."
Strongest
gumshield
mouthpiece
• noun (Context 2)
A dental appliance worn, especially at night, to prevent teeth grinding (bruxism) or to help treat sleep apnea.
Usage Example
"Her dentist recommended a custom-fitted mouthpiece to alleviate her jaw pain from nighttime grinding."
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mouthpiece
splint
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Mouthguard. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/mouthguard