CEFR B2

mouthguard

noun

Meaning

A protective covering worn over the teeth to prevent injury during contact sports or to treat teeth grinding.

The coach insisted that every player wear a mouthguard during practice to avoid chipped teeth.
She had a custom-fitted mouthguard made by her dentist to stop her from grinding her teeth at night.

Synonyms: gumshield, mouth protector, bite guard, occlusal splint

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈmaʊθ.ɡɑːrd/

A protective covering worn over the teeth to prevent injury during contact sports or to treat teeth grinding.

The coach insisted that every player wear a mouthguard during practice to avoid chipped teeth.
She had a custom-fitted mouthguard made by her dentist to stop her from grinding her teeth at night.
After taking a hard hit to the jaw, he was relieved that his mouthguard had absorbed most of the shock.

wear a mouthguard (collocation): To have the device in one's mouth. — "Always wear a mouthguard when playing rugby."
custom-fitted mouthguard (collocation): A guard made specifically for an individual's teeth. — "She prefers a custom-fitted mouthguard for better comfort."

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