fingerguard

English

noun
Definitions
  • Any device or mechanism designed to prevent the fingers becoming trapped or injured, as in a closing door or a machine.

Etymology

Compound from English finger + English guard (machine, etc, protective part of a sword).

Origin

English

guard

Gloss

machine, etc, protective part of a sword

Concept
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Modern world

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

Kanji

Emoji

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