kneepieces

/ˈniˌpisɪz/
noun
  1. Armor or protective padding covering the knee.
    • Medieval armor often included articulated kneepieces for better movement.
    • The knight's kneepieces were made of polished steel.
    • He strapped on his kneepieces before the skateboarding competition.
  2. Parts of a garment or piece of equipment that cover or protect the knee area.
    • The hockey player's uniform had hard plastic kneepieces sewn into the fabric.
    • She sewed extra padding into the kneepieces of her hiking trousers.
    • The carpenter's work pants had reinforced kneepieces.
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