Shin Guard (Noun)
Meaning
A stiff protective garment worn by hockey players or a catcher in baseball to protect the shins.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The equipment list for the hockey team included knee pads, elbow pads, and a shin guard for each player.
- A catcher's gear includes a chest protector, a helmet, and a shin guard to prevent serious injury.
- Before the game, the baseball catcher adjusted her shin guard to ensure a comfortable fit.
- Ice hockey players must wear approved shin guards as part of their required protective gear.
- The shin guard saved the catcher's leg from a direct hit when the ball came careening down to home plate.