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fencer
Athlete who practices fencing; this individual wears sturdy gear that provides protection while leaving the fencer free to move with agility.
jacket
Clothing with sleeves that covers the chest and fastens under the breeches.
fencing shoe
Shoe that is reinforced on the sides to protect it from being worn down by the metal pistes, and reinforced on the heel to dampen impact.
stocking
Sock covering the leg to just below the knee.
breeches
Pants that extend below the knees and are usually pulled up very high over the waist and held up by suspenders.
bib
Very sturdy fabric that is attached to the mask to protect the neck.
glove
Padded leather covering that protects the fencer’s armed hand.
sleeve
Leather sleeve that is sewn to the glove to protect the lower part of the forearm.
mask
Face-protection apparatus with a plastic visor or metal latticework.