Eyeshield: meaning, definitions and examples

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eyeshield

 

[ ˈaɪˌʃiːld ]

Context #1

protective gear

A piece of protective equipment worn over the face or eyes to shield them from impact or injury.

Synonyms

eye protection, face shield

Examples of usage

  • The football player wore an eyeshield to protect his eyes during the game.
  • She put on an eyeshield before using the power tools.
Context #2

manga/anime

A popular manga and anime series centered around American football.

Synonyms

Eyeshield 21

Examples of usage

  • Fans of Eyeshield 21 enjoy the thrilling sports action and character development.
  • The Eyeshield manga has gained a large following worldwide.

Translations

Translations of the word "eyeshield" in other languages:

🇵🇹 protetor de olhos

🇮🇳 आंख ढाल

🇩🇪 Augenschutz

🇮🇩 pelindung mata

🇺🇦 захист для очей

🇵🇱 ochrona oczu

🇯🇵 アイシールド

🇫🇷 protection oculaire

🇪🇸 protección ocular

🇹🇷 göz koruması

🇰🇷 눈 보호대

🇸🇦 حماية العين

🇨🇿 ochrana očí

🇸🇰 ochrana očí

🇨🇳 眼罩

🇸🇮 zaščita za oči

🇮🇸 augnhlíf

🇰🇿 көзді қорғау

🇬🇪 თვალის დაცვა

🇦🇿 göz qoruyucu

🇲🇽 protección ocular

Word origin

The term 'eyeshield' originated in the context of protective gear, designed to shield the eyes from impact or injury. It has been commonly used in sports such as football and in various industrial settings. In the realm of manga and anime, 'Eyeshield' refers to a popular series known for its exciting portrayal of American football. The term has evolved to encompass both physical protective gear and fictional entertainment, reflecting a diverse range of contexts and meanings.

See also: eye, eyewear.