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Meanings
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General term for equipment worn to protect the body, such as in sports, martial arts, or combat.
We wear protective gear during kendo practice.
This armor is light and easy to move in.
Usage patterns
- 〈防具〉を着けるto put on protective gear
I put on my protective gear before the kendo match.
- 〈防具〉を身につけるto wear/equip oneself with protective gear
The players carefully equipped themselves with protective gear before practice.
- 防具一式a full set of protective gear
You can rent a full set of protective gear at the dojo.