visor

Meanings

• noun

  A transparent or opaque protective shield worn on the face or head, typically to protect against wind, rain, or impact.

  - "He wore a visor to protect his face from the sun."
  - "The football player wore a visor on his helmet."
  - "The motorcycle rider wore a full-face visor."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with visor
reviser , reviseher , applause , mauseoleum

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Variants

List of all variants of visor that leads to same result
visor , visored , visorless , visors , vizor , vizors

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old French 'vasor' meaning 'carrier, attendant', later developed the meaning of 'protector' and 'visor' in English.

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Trivia

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1. The first visors were made from animal hides.

2. Some visors are tinted to protect against glare.

3. Visors can be made from various materials, including plastic, glass, and metal.

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Related Concepts

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1. helmets: Protective headgear that includes a visor.

2. sunglasses: Eyewear with a visor to protect the eyes from sunlight.

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Culture

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In literature, visors are often used to symbolize protection, secrecy, or disguise. In art, visors are depicted in various forms, such as full-face helmets, sunglasses, or masks.

How to Memorize "visor"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a shield or protective covering for the face.
   - Visualize a transparent or opaque barrier worn on the head.
   - Think of a face mask or helmet with a visor.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'visor' with protection.
   - Connect the word 'visor' with face coverings or helmets.
   - Relate the word 'visor' to shields or barriers.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'VIsor' to remember the definition: V - Visible, I - Impenetrable, S - Shield, O - Obscure, R - Resilient.

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