chest protector
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of chest protector
An Americanism dating back to 1885–90
Example Sentences
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Everyone was extremely friendly and on the fashion front, no popped collars in sight — only gym clothes and cool-looking fencing gear: mask, chest protector and underarm protector.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
Ward was behind home plate that day, wearing a mask and chest protector, and passed out between innings.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 12, 2023
He jogged to the plate, eyes focused, shin guards, chest protector and catcher’s mask on.
From New York Times ● Feb. 28, 2022
Matheny said the chest protector was causing him discomfort during warmups so he was switched to designated hitter.
From Fox News ● Sep. 5, 2021
"The next time I come to your house,” he said to Dad as soon as he could get his breath, "I’m going to wear a chest protector and a catcher’s mask.”
From "Cheaper by the Dozen" by Frank B. Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey
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