leg guard
1 of 1noun/lɛg gɑ:rd/
Forms:leg guards
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the protective pads worn on the legs to shield them from blows, commonly used in sports like baseball and cricket
A leg guard is a protective piece of equipment worn on the legs to prevent injuries during sports or activities. Common in sports like cricket and baseball, it covers the lower leg, often including the shin and sometimes the knee. Made from durable materials like foam, plastic, or metal, leg guards are designed to absorb and deflect impacts from balls or other objects. They help protect against bruises, cuts, and fractures while allowing players to move freely.
- She wiped the sweat off her leg guards after an intense training session.
- Leaving the top strap of your leg guards loose can cause them to slip during play.
- Properly fitted leg guards are crucial to prevent injuries from hard-hit balls or pucks.
- Shin guards are a type of leg guard that specifically protects the shins.
- The loud crack of the bat hitting the ball echoed as the catcher stood firm in his leg guards.