goggles
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gog·gles | \ ˈgä-gəlz 
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\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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goggles
nounEnglish Language Learners Definition of goggles
: special eyeglasses that fit close to your face and that are worn to protect your eyes
goggles
noun pluralgog·gles | \ ˈgä-gəlz \
\Kids Definition of goggles
: protective glasses set in a flexible frame (as of plastic) that fits snugly against the face
goggles
noun pluralgog·gles | \ ˈgäg-əlz \
\Medical Definition of goggles
: protective glasses set in a flexible frame (as of rubber or plastic) that fits snugly against the face
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The first known use of goggles was in 1715
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