Definition

1. Noun:
   • A protective garment consisting of a pad: A "knee pad" is a piece of protective equipment designed to cover and cushion the knee. It is typically worn by athletes in sports like football, baseball, or hockey to prevent injury during falls, slides, or impacts.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The catcher always wears a knee pad under his uniform for protection.
  • Before the game, she checked that her knee pad was securely fastened.

Advanced Usage

• "to don/put on a knee pad": to wear or equip oneself with a knee pad.
  • The player donned his knee pad before taking the field.

Variants and Related Words

• Kneepad (noun): An alternative, often single-word spelling with the same meaning.
• Elbow pad (noun): A similar protective garment for the elbow.
• Shin guard (noun): Protective equipment for the shins, often used in similar sports contexts.

Synonyms

• Protective pad: A general term for any cushioning gear designed for safety.
• Knee protector: A descriptive synonym emphasizing the item's function.

Related Phrases

• Pair of knee pads: The typical way to refer to the set, as they are usually worn on both knees.
  • He bought a new pair of knee pads for the season.

Noun

1. protective garment consisting of a pad worn by football or baseball or hockey players