headgear

noun

head·​gear ˈhed-ˌgir How to pronounce headgear (audio)
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1
: a covering or protective device for the head
2
: a harness for a horse's head

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The law requires cyclists to wear protective headgear. Her preferred form of headgear is a big, floppy hat.
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Paramount Great Again hat, but didn’t expect the mischievous executive to turn up in Edinburgh wearing the headgear. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2026 Two more are in a boxing ring, dressed in red and black headgear, punching and kicking each other in a kickboxing match. — Anna Coren, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026 With his vision obscured by his makeshift headgear, Momota could be seen clumsily making his way around as visitors watched nearby. — Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026 Despite neither having professional boxing records, their bout, fought with headgear, was praised for its intensity and athleticism, particularly from Lex, whose jab, length, and coordination proved decisive. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for headgear

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of headgear was in the 15th century

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“Headgear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/headgear. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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headgear

noun
head·​gear -ˌgi(ə)r How to pronounce headgear (audio)
1
: a covering (as a hat or helmet) for the head
2
: harness for a horse's head
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