headgear

noun
UK: /ˈhedɡɪər/
US: /ˈhedɡɪr/

  1. Clothing worn on the head for protection or decoration.

    1. The knight's headgear protected him in battle from the sword hits.
    2. Ancient kings often wore elaborate headgear to signify their power and status.

  2. Equipment such as a helmet or hat, used for a particular activity.

    1. The construction worker wore his headgear to protect himself on the jobsite.
    2. The climber checked her headgear, ensuring a snug fit for the ascent to the peak.

Synonyms

headdress hat helmet

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "headgear" in English means: Clothing worn on the head for protection or decoration., Equipment such as a helmet or hat, used for a particular activity..

The phonetic transcription of "headgear" is /ˈhedɡɪər/ in British English and /ˈhedɡɪr/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "headgear": headdress, hat, helmet.

Example usage of "headgear": "The knight's headgear protected him in battle from the sword hits.". More examples on the page.