gumshield

/ ˈɡʌmˌʃiːld /

noun

1. a plate or strip of soft waxy substance used by boxers to protect the teeth and gums Also calledmouthpiece

Example Sentences

The Prevent Biometrics gumshield was chosen for roll-out as World Rugby said it was the only manufacturer to meet its specifications.

From BBC

The Charlotte Hornets' Miles Bridges said he was "aiming for the guy that was screaming at me" after accidentally hitting a young fan with a gumshield he threw into the stands.

From BBC

But Joshua ducked and weaved under the incoming blows, cracking a smile at the bell, which Pulev returned with a flash of his white gumshield.

From The Guardian

Ruiz admitted that part of his tactics have involved enraging Joshua by calling him a quitter for spitting out his gumshield in their first fight.

From The Guardian

The Russian, whose victory meant he retained his lightweight title, threw his gumshield, vaulted the cage and attacked someone from McGregor’s camp.

From The Guardian