gloves
Fingers get sleeves
Gloves are coverings for the hands with separate sections for each finger, distinguishing them from mittens.
They protect against cold, dirt, chemicals, or injury: rubber gloves, boxing gloves, surgical gloves.
To handle with kid gloves is to treat delicately.
When gloves come off, restraint ends and conflict intensifies.
To fit like a glove is to fit perfectly.
Thumbed hand coverings
- gauntletsProtective hand and wrist armor
- fingerlessLacking digit coverings
- leatherTanned animal skin
- suedeBuffed leather underside
wool · cashmere · knitted · silk · velvet · lace · crochet · driving
Milky plant-derived polymer
- nitrileCyano-functional organic compound
- vinylSynthetic resin plastic
- sterileFree from microorganisms
- disposableMade for one use
examination · surgical · PPE · barrier · hypoallergenic · non-sterile · procedural · patient-care
Combat sport using fists
- baseballBat-and-ball team sport
- goalkeeperNet-defending player
- golfClub-and-ball course sport
- cyclingRiding on two wheels
batting · wicketkeeping · MMA · sparring · weightlifting · skiing · hockey · lacrosse
Shielded from heat loss
- thermalPertaining to warmth
- heatedWarmed or passionate
- fleece-linedHaving soft insulation within
- mittensThumbed hand coverings
wool · knitted · cashmere · shearling · windproof · waterproof · ski · snow
Of the touching sense
- dexteritySkillful hand coordination
- fingertipsTerminal phalanx pads
- gripSecure manual hold
- feelPerceive by touch
texture · sensitivity · manipulation · palpation · precision · haptic · grasping · nimble
Insulating garment for water
- finsSwimming appendages
- maskFace-worn concealment
- snorkelUnderwater breathing pipe
- regulatorDevice maintaining steady output
neoprene · dive · underwater · drysuit · hood · boots · BCD · spearfishing
Theatrical art combining song
- debutanteFormally introduced young woman
- galaFestive formal occasion
- ballroomVenue for formal dances
- etiquetteRules of polite conduct
white-tie · black-tie · butler · ceremonial · presentation · cotillion · kid · finishing-school
Supplementary addition
- designerOne who plans appearances
- runwayPaved path for planes
- vintageQuality from past eras
- statementExpressed claim or fact
couture · luxury · embellished · elegant · chic · evening · cocktail · beaded
Of factories and production
- chemical-resistantUnharmed by reactive substances
- heat-resistantUnaffected by high temperatures
- weldingHeat-fusing metal pieces
- KevlarProtective synthetic fiber
mechanic · electrical · cryogenic · chainmail · blast · radiation · foundry · furnace
mittens
Thumbed hand coverings
- gauntletsProtective hand and wrist armor
- fingerlessLacking digit coverings
- leatherTanned animal skin
suede · wool · cashmere · knitted · silk · velvet · lace · crochet · driving · lambskin
latex
Milky plant-derived polymer
disposable · examination · surgical · PPE · barrier · hypoallergenic · non-sterile · procedural · patient-care · biosafety
boxing
Combat sport using fists
- baseballBat-and-ball team sport
- goalkeeperNet-defending player
- golfClub-and-ball course sport
cycling · batting · wicketkeeping · MMA · sparring · weightlifting · skiing · hockey · lacrosse · motocross
insulated
Shielded from heat loss
- thermalPertaining to warmth
- heatedWarmed or passionate
- fleece-linedHaving soft insulation within
mittens · wool · knitted · cashmere · shearling · windproof · waterproof · ski · snow · winter
tactile
Of the touching sense
- dexteritySkillful hand coordination
- fingertipsTerminal phalanx pads
- gripSecure manual hold
feel · texture · sensitivity · manipulation · palpation · precision · haptic · grasping · nimble · sensation
wetsuit
Insulating garment for water
regulator · neoprene · dive · underwater · drysuit · hood · boots · BCD · spearfishing · freediving
opera
Theatrical art combining song
etiquette · white-tie · black-tie · butler · ceremonial · presentation · cotillion · kid · finishing-school · protocol
accessory
Supplementary addition
statement · couture · luxury · embellished · elegant · chic · evening · cocktail · beaded · embroidered
industrial
Of factories and production
- chemical-resistantUnharmed by reactive substances
- heat-resistantUnaffected by high temperatures
- weldingHeat-fusing metal pieces
Kevlar · mechanic · electrical · cryogenic · chainmail · blast · radiation · foundry · furnace · aluminized
pruning
Cutting vegetation for health
weeding · landscaping · rose · cactus · bramble · soil · mulching · composting · planting · nursery
- appareldresses, shirt, blouses, skirts, dress
- costumeswitch, costume, vampire, pirate, ghost costume
- boxingjab, uppercut, hook, punch, knockout
- chemistry labbeaker, flask, test tube, pipette, burner
- constructionconstruction site, building site, hammer, building, beam
- skiingskiing, ski, ski resort, ski slope, ski slopes
- boxing glovesPadded handwear for pugilism
- rubber glovesWaterproof hand coverings
- fit like a gloveMatch exactly, ideally tailored
- baseball glovePadded hand gear for catching
- glove compartmentVehicle's built-in storage nook
- white glovesPale formal handwear
glove, gloved, glove box, glove compartment, gloveless, glovework, glovemakers, glovemaker