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headgear
noun head·gear \-ˌgir\
: things (such as hats and helmets) that are worn on your head
Full Definition of HEADGEAR
1
: a covering or protective device for the head
2
: a harness for a horse's head
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First Known Use of HEADGEAR
15th century
Rhymes with HEADGEAR
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HEADGEAR Defined for Kids
headgear
noun head·gear \ˈhed-ˌgir\
Definition of HEADGEAR for Kids
: something worn on the head <She wears protective headgear when skiing.>
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