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facepiece

facepiece

4.5
The part of a mask that covers and fits over the face
  • noun
  • /ˈfeɪsˌpiːs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : máscara
  • The firefighter adjusted his facepiece to ensure a tight fit before entering the smoke-filled building.

Examples

  • Instead of the usual facepiece made of mesh and covered with cowry shells, this one is made from a radiator grid and covered with spark plugs.

    Academic text (2001)

  • In the West, a "mask" is usually conceived of as a facepiece; however, in the sub-Saharan context, the concept of "mask" most often includes the overall costume and dance as well as any headpiece.

    Academic text (1995)

  • This is a facepiece, full face view, gas mask.

  • She wore a protective facepiece that sealed around her chin and cheeks during the cleanup of the hazardous spill.

  • Before starting the experiment, the scientist put on a facepiece to shield herself from any harmful fumes.

Synonyms

mask
vsfacepiece
659 1.0

A covering worn on the face to hide, protect, or decorate it

is the specific part of a protective device that fits over the entire face
face mask
vsfacepiece
4 1.4

A covering worn over the nose and mouth to protect against dust, germs, or pollution

is the component of a respirator that fits and seals over the entire face

How Protective

respirator
  • Specialized
9 5.2
face guard
  • US
1 3.9
facepiece
  • Specialized
4.5
half mask
1 4.0
visor
12 2.5

Surface Forms

facepiece singular
facepieces plural

Morphology

facepiece = face + piece (transparent) = face + piece

A straightforward compound: 'face' + 'piece' denotes a piece that covers the face, which learners can infer from the parts.

Etymology

Facepiece is made from the words face ('the front of the head') and piece ('a part'), so it means the 'part that covers the face'. That's why facepiece refers to the part of a mask or respirator that fits over the face.