"chestguard" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: chestguards [plural]
Etymology: From chest + guard. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|chest|guard}} chest + guard Head templates: {{en-noun}} chestguard (plural chestguards)
  1. A piece of fabric, padding, or armor to protect the chest, as in some sports. Categories (topical): Armor Synonyms: chest guard Translations (Translations): 胸当て (muneate) (Japanese)

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