Protective Equipment

a piece of padding worn to absorb impacts and shield the body during sports like horseback riding

The body protector helped to minimize the impact of the fall during the motocross race.

a hard protective material worn under the jersey on the shoulder of players in sports such as ice hockey or football

a protective piece of equipment worn on the forearm or elbow to cushion impacts and prevent injuries during sports or activities such as football, lacrosse, or volleyball

The football player wore arm pads to protect his forearms during tackles.

a protective piece of equipment worn on the legs by batters to absorb the impact of the baseball

Modern batting pads are made from lightweight materials for improved mobility.

a protective gear worn over the hips to cushion impacts and reduce the risk of injury during contact sports or activities such as football, hockey, or rugby

The football player wore hip pads under his uniform to protect against tackles.

a protective gear worn over the thigh in sports like cricket or American football to absorb impact and prevent injury

The cricket batsman wore a thigh pad to protect against fast bowlers.

a protective equipment worn over the knee to cushion impacts and prevent injuries during sports like volleyball, basketball, or skateboarding

The volleyball player wore knee pads to protect against dives and falls on the court.

a supportive device worn around the ankle to provide stability, reduce movement, and prevent injuries during physical activities, especially sports like basketball, soccer, or running

Every runner wears ankle braces to prevent twisting and sprains during long-distance races.

a protective piece of equipment worn over the shin and lower leg to prevent injuries during sports such as soccer, field hockey, or rugby

The soccer player wore shin guards to protect against kicks and collisions during the match.

a protective pad worn around the neck to shield the throat from impacts, commonly used in sports like hockey and baseball

The catcher strapped on his throat guard before heading out to the field.

the protective pads worn on the legs to shield them from blows, commonly used in sports like baseball and cricket

She wiped the sweat off her leg guards after an intense training session.

a padded vest worn by athletes in sports with high risk of blows to the ribs, like motocross or horseback riding

The motocross rider adjusted his rib protector before tackling the challenging jump.

a padded guard worn on the top of the foot for shin guards in sports like soccer and lacrosse, to shield the instep from impact

I forgot my instep protectors for soccer practice today!

a protective bandage used on a horse's legs in polo and other fast-paced equestrian sports

Different materials are used for polo leg wraps, each offering varying degrees of support.

a tonic or restorative (especially a drink of liquor)

a padded glove worn by boxers to protect their hands and opponents during boxing matches

The fighter laced up his boxing gloves before stepping into the ring for the championship match.

a thick, padded glove worn by fencers to protect their hand while wielding a sword

The fencer adjusted the straps on their fencing glove for a secure fit.

a leather glove worn by baseball players to catch and field the baseball

Every baseball player uses a well-fitted baseball glove to enhance their fielding performance.

a piece of equipment worn by baseball and softball players on their hands while batting

Every hitter in the lineup has a preferred brand and style of batting gloves.

the thickly padded gloves with webbing between the thumb and index finger, used in cricket to catch the ball bowled by the bowler

The wicket-keeper's gloves were worn and needed replacing before the next match.

the protective gloves designed for grip and fire resistance, used in motorsports like car racing and motorcycle racing

Fire-resistant materials in racing gloves offer crucial protection in case of an accident.

a long piece of fabric used in combat sports like boxing and Muay Thai to protect the hands and wrists during training and competition

Make sure to wrap your hands securely with hand wraps before putting on your boxing gloves.

a sticky strap used to support muscles and joints during physical activity, commonly seen in sports like basketball and soccer

The trainer applied athletic tape to the runner's ankle for extra stability.

a band of cloth that is worn around the wrist or head to keep the sweat out of the hand or eyes

a hard hat worn by soldiers, bikers, etc. for protection

The construction worker wore a bright yellow safety helmet before entering the site.

a protective headgear worn by baseball and softball players while batting to prevent head injuries from pitches and accidental strikes by the ball or bat

During the game, the catcher reminded the umpire to check the batting helmets for safety.

a covering for the face and head worn to protect against cold weather or to conceal one's identity

a protective headgear worn by fencers to cover the face, including the eyes, nose, and mouth, during fencing bouts

The fencer adjusted her fencing mask before starting the match.

a type of eyewear that are designed to protect the eyes from harm

He wore goggles while swimming to protect his eyes from chlorine.

a protective device worn in the mouth to cushion teeth and gums during sports like boxing or football

Wearing a mouthguard is essential for preventing serious dental injuries in contact sports.

a strap attached to a hat; passes under the chin and holds the hat in place

a small device inserted into the ear canal to protect against noise, water, or other external elements

The shooter wore earplugs to block out loud noises during the competition.

a system of straps that securely connects a skydiver or BASE jumper to their parachute during descent

The instructor carefully adjusted the straps on my parachute harness.

the nearly flat part of the exoskeleton or shell structure of certain animals, such as turtles and tortoises, located on the underside of their bodies

The biologist studied the plastron of the turtle to determine its species.

a weighted bag with a long rope used to toss to someone in the water during water activities

Keep the rescue throw bag within easy reach in case of emergencies.

the tight-fitting, supportive garments worn by athletes during activities like running or cycling

The compression shorts helped reduce muscle fatigue during her long run.

a device used to remove water that has accumulated in the bilge of a boat, helping to prevent flooding and maintain buoyancy

The sailor activated the bilge pump to clear the water from the bottom of the boat.

a leash for a surfboard that attaches to your ankle

Leg rope keeps your board close if you fall off.

a piece of sports equipment worn around the ankle for support or protection purposes, commonly used in soccer and basketball

The soccer players wore ankle bands with their team colors during the match.

a special type of vest worn to help keep a person afloat in water, especially in case of an emergency

The children put on their life jackets before boarding the kayak.

an undergarment designed to provide support and protection to the male genitalia during athletic activity

a piece of sports equipment designed to keep a person afloat in water, commonly used in activities like boating and kayaking

Make sure you wear your PFD before getting into the canoe.