goggle
[ˈɡɒ.ɡəl]
A goggle is a type of protective eyewear with lenses that cover your eyes, often used for sports or work.
When people talk about goggles, they usually mean swimming goggles. These are special glasses you wear over your eyes when you swim laps at the gym or compete in a meet. They help you see underwater and protect your eyes from chlorine. Some divers also wear goggles to help them breathe safely while exploring the ocean floor. In addition to water sports, some people use goggles for skiing or snowboarding to shield their eyes from cold winds and icy spray.
How common is "goggle"?
Word goggle is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
noun
A wide-eyed stare or affected rolling of the eye.
verb
To stare (at something) with wide eyes.
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