goggles

plural noun

gog·gles | \ ˈgä-gəlz

Definition of goggles

1 : protective glasses set in a flexible frame (as of rubber or plastic) that fits snugly against the face

2 : an electronic apparatus that covers the eyes and is used to enhance vision (as at night) or to produce images (as of a virtual reality)

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Recent Examples on the Web His small unit set out on foot, slipping through the darkness in silence, motioning commands only visible through the night-vision goggles attached to their helmets. — Washington Post, 22 July 2021 Have a pair of long pants, a long-sleeve shirt or jacket, face covering, pair of hard-sole shoes or boots, and protective goggles near the go bag to put on before leaving. — oregonlive, 16 July 2021 Dressed in black gym clothes, ski goggles and a gas mask, Capitán Colombia is a visible figure on the front lines of his country’s ongoing protests against political corruption, economic difficulties and health care privatization. — Vinodh Venkatesh, The Conversation, 12 July 2021 And then the lighthouse goes on, overpowering Jim’s night-vision goggles. — Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 9 July 2021 The goggles are made from a durable, Thermoplastic Urethane Polymer material. — Chris Hachey, BGR, 7 July 2021 New tactical gear like helmets, batons and goggles have been purchased. — Jeremy Herb, CNN, 6 July 2021 The first $25 of the price of snorkels, goggles and swimming masks. — Jim Turner And Tom Urban, sun-sentinel.com, 29 June 2021 Her laundry list of purchases includes an air purifier, reusable straws, essential oils, skin care products, ski goggles and wall art. — Kelly Tyko, USA TODAY, 22 June 2021

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