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chest protector

American

noun

Baseball.

a protective pad worn over the chest by a catcher or umpire to shield the body from foul tips.

Etymology

Origin of chest protector

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90

Example Sentences

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Ward was behind home plate that day, wearing a mask and chest protector, and passed out between innings.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 12, 2023

Centerfielder Maya Brady, Wisz’s roommate, covertly got copies of her signature, which appears on her helmet, the inside of her chest protector and on the back.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2022

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 catcher blocks the ball with his chest protector, gobbles it up, and checks Luis down at second.

From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner

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