Gloves: meaning, definitions and examples

Typically used for general hand protection and warmth, available in many materials including leather, cotton, and rubber.

• He wore gloves while gardening to protect his hands
• She put on her leather gloves to keep warm on the way to work

Warm hand coverings where each mitten has a separate section for the thumb only, often used in cold weather, especially for children.

• She wore mittens instead of gloves because they kept her hands warmer
• The child’s bright red mittens were easy to spot in the snow

A general term for any type of covering for the hands, encompassing all kinds of gloves, mittens, and specialized hand protection.

• The store sells a variety of handwear, from winter gloves to work gloves
• He chose lightweight handwear for his summer hike

Specialized gloves that extend above the wrist, often providing additional protection and used in contexts like armor, motorcycling, or certain kinds of work.

• The knight's gauntlets were made of steel
• She wore gauntlets while riding her motorcycle to protect her arms