cheekpiece
/ˈtʃiːkpiːs/
noun
- A part of a helmet, hat, or headgear that covers or protects the side of the face, especially the cheek area.
- She adjusted the cheekpiece of her riding helmet so it fit snugly against her jaw.
- The knight's helmet had a sturdy cheekpiece that protected his face during battle.
- The motorcycle helmet's cheekpiece was padded for extra comfort on long rides.
- A side piece of a bridle or harness that goes near the horse's cheek, often used to attach the bit or other parts.
- The leather cheekpiece of the bridle was worn from years of use.
- He carefully buckled the cheekpiece to keep the bit in the horse's mouth.
- The old harness had a metal cheekpiece that was starting to rust.
- A part of a tool, machine, or device that fits against or near the cheek, such as on a saw, a musical instrument, or a firearm.
- The carpenter replaced the worn cheekpiece on his handsaw for better control.
- He rested his face against the wooden cheekpiece of the antique rifle to aim.
- The violin's chinrest and cheekpiece helped the musician hold the instrument comfortably.