nosepiece

• Substantivo que designa a parte de um objeto que cobre, protege ou fica sobre o nariz, como a peça de uma armadura, a correia do cabresto ou a ponte que une duas lentes.

A noun referring to a part of an object that covers, protects, or is positioned over the nose, such as a piece of armor, a strap on a bridle, or the bridge connecting two lenses.

1. Armor plate for the noseC1formal

   A piece of armor designed to protect the nose, often part of a helmet.

   Placa nasal

   • The knight's helmet had a sturdy nosepiece for protection.
   • Medieval helmets often featured a prominent nosepiece.
   • The nosepiece was dented from the blow of a sword.

   Sinônimosnasal

2. Part of a bridleB2formal

   A strap that goes over the nose of a horse or other animal, part of the bridle.

   Parte do cabresto

   • The rider adjusted the nosepiece of the bridle.
   • A well-fitted nosepiece is essential for controlling the horse.
   • The leather nosepiece was worn from years of use.

   Sinônimosnoseband

3. Bridge of eyeglassesB1formal

   The part of a pair of eyeglasses that rests on the nose, connecting the two lenses.

   Ponte dos óculos

   • The nosepiece of his glasses was broken.
   • She chose frames with a comfortable nosepiece.
   • The optician adjusted the nosepiece for a better fit.

   Sinônimosbridge