chest protector
Catcher's safety gear
A chest protector is padded equipment worn to shield the torso from impact.
Baseball catchers and umpires wear chest protectors against wild pitches and foul tips.
The term extends to similar gear in hockey, fencing, and motorcycling.
The catcher adjusted his chest protector between innings.
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- paddingMaterial for cushioning
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