dust-guard
Definition
- Noun:
- A protective device: "dust-guard" refers to a cover, shield, or barrier designed to prevent dust from entering or damaging a machine, mechanism, or sensitive area.
Usage Examples
- (A protective barrier.)
- (A cover to block dust.)
Advanced Usage
"Dust-guard system": a set of integrated protective elements that collectively prevent dust ingress.
- The factory upgraded its dust-guard system on all conveyor belts. (A comprehensive dust protection arrangement.)
"to act as a dust-guard": to serve the function of a dust barrier.
- The mesh screen acts as a dust-guard for the ventilation opening. (The screen performs the protective role.)
Variants and Related Words
- Dustproof (adj): resistant to or impervious to dust.
- The electronic casing is dustproof, eliminating the need for a separate dust-guard. (Sealed against dust.)
- Dust cover (n): a cloth or plastic covering used to protect items from dust (similar in function but often removable).
- She placed a dust cover over the sewing machine. (A protective cloth.)
Synonyms
- Dust shield: a protective barrier against dust.
- Dust barrier: a physical obstruction that prevents dust movement.
- Dust seal: a component that blocks dust from entering a mechanism (often used in engineering contexts).
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