visor
UK: ˈvaɪzə | US: ˈvaɪzər
n. a protective shield for the eyes, often attached to a helmet
n. a projecting brim on a cap to shade the eyes
n. (historical) the face guard of a helmet
visor = vis<see> + or<noun suffix>
- vis (from Latin videre, meaning "to see")
- or (a noun-forming suffix indicating an agent or object, from Latin -or)
Etymology Origin:
The word "visor" traces back to the Latin visus (past participle of videre, "to see"), reflecting its function as a device aiding vision or protecting the eyes. In medieval armor, the visor was the movable part of a helmet that could be lifted for visibility or lowered for protection. Over time, the term expanded to include any eye-shielding brim (e.g., on caps). The suffix -or solidifies its role as a tangible object.
The knight lowered his visor before charging into battle.
She adjusted the visor of her cap to block the glaring sun.
Modern motorcycle helmets often include a tinted visor.
The welder’s visor protected his eyes from sparks.
In fencing, the mask’s visor must meet strict safety standards.