Meaning & Definition of word "Glove"

Glove

/ɡlʌv/

1. A covering for the hand, typically made of leather, fabric, or rubber, that has separate sections for each finger and the thumb.
- Example: She wore a pair of warm gloves to protect her hands from the cold.
2. A specific type of hand covering used in sports, particularly baseball, to catch or field the ball.
- Example: He put on his baseball glove before heading to the field for practice.
3. An easy or convenient way of doing something; often used in literary or idiomatic expressions.
- Example: Finding a job that suits your skills and interests is like finding a glove that fits perfectly.

1. To cover or fit with gloves.
- Example: She gloved her hands before handling the hazardous materials.

Middle English 'glove', from Old English 'glof'.

throw down the glove:

To challenge someone to a duel or a contest.

to fit like a glove:

To fit perfectly.

mitt:

A type of glove that covers the hand but not the fingers.

gauntlet:

A glove made of tough leather, often used in combat.

Meaning: To glove someone

Example Sentence: He really gloved that last play and left everyone amazed.

Meaning: Glove up

Example Sentence: Before handling the chemicals, make sure to glove up.