Gumshield (Noun)
Meaning
(especially boxing) equipment that protects an athlete's mouth.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The boxer carefully inserted his gumshield to avoid any mouth injuries during the intense match.
- Before each fight, it's crucial for boxers to wear a gumshield and headgear to minimize the risk of injury.
- She carefully cleaned her gumshield after the training session to keep it hygienic.
- As an amateur boxer, he was required to purchase his own gumshield and hand wraps for the competition.
- Wearing a gumshield helped him feel more confident and prepared to take on the tough opponent.