保護具(ほごぐ)

ほごぐ
noun
protective gear; protective equipment
1. protective gear; protective equipment
Equipment worn to protect the body from injury or hazards, such as helmets, goggles, gloves, and masks used in workplaces and sports.
保護具(ほごぐ)を着(つ)ける。
to put on protective gear
作業中(さぎょうちゅう)は保護具(ほごぐ)の着用(ちゃくよう)が義務(ぎむ)だ。
Wearing protective gear is mandatory during work.
薬品(やくひん)を扱(あつか)うときは、手袋(てぶくろ)やゴーグルなどの保護具(ほごぐ)が欠(か)かせない。
When handling chemicals, protective gear such as gloves and goggles is essential.

A general term for equipment worn to protect the body. Built from 保護(ほご) (protection) and 具(ぐ) (implement; gear).

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 保護具(ほごぐ)を着用(ちゃくよう)する: to wear protective gear
  • 保護具(ほごぐ)を外(はず)す: to take off protective gear
  • 安全(あんぜん)保護具(ほごぐ): safety protective equipment

RELATED:

  • 防具(ぼうぐ): protective gear (esp. in martial arts)
  • 防護服(ぼうごふく): protective clothing; hazmat suit
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