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nosepiece

nosepiece

8.7
A metal plate on a helmet that protects the nose
  • noun
  • /ˈnoʊzˌpiːs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : pieza nasal
  • Don't forget to check the nosepiece for any damage!

Examples

  • The knight adjusted the nosepiece of his helmet before entering the battle.

  • The knight's helmet had a sturdy nosepiece.

  • Experts restored the corroded nosepiece on the ancient suit of armor for the museum display.

  • Many medieval helmets featured a sturdy nosepiece for additional face protection.

  • The knight's nosepiece saved him from a potentially serious injury during battle.

  • She carefully fitted the nosepiece onto the diving mask to ensure a tight seal.

  • To enhance comfort, the nosepiece of the protective goggles is padded.

Surface Forms

nosepiece singular
nosepieces plural

Morphology

nosepiece = nose + piece (transparent) = nose + piece

The armor plate is a 'piece' that covers or protects the nose; the composition is literal and inferable.

Etymology

Nosepiece comes from the two simple parts nose and piece, literally a 'piece' for the 'nose'. In armor, a nosepiece is the metal part that covers and protects the nose, so the word directly tells you what it does.