headgear

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Synonyms: headwear, head gear, hedger, header, headier, had ear

Antonyms: headwear, head gear, hedger, header, headier, had ear

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|uncountable}} Anything worn on the [[head]], such as a [[hat]], [[hood]], [[helmet]], etc.
2. The [[harness]] that fits on a [[horse]]'s head.
3. The [[lifting]] [[gear]] at the head of a [[mine]] or deep [[well]].
4. {{lb|en|nautical}} The [[rigging]] on the [[foresail]].
5. {{lb|en|orthodontics}} A type of orthodontic appliance attached to dental braces that aids in correcting severe bite problems.

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