Visor (en. Visor)

/biˈzor/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Part that serves to protect the eyes from excessive light.
The visor of the helmet protects him from the sun.
El visor del casco le protege del sol.
Panel placed in vehicles to block sunlight.
I lowered the car visor to avoid glare.
Bajé el visor del coche para evitar el resplandor.
Element in glasses or masks that allows for adequate visibility.
The glasses visor is anti-fogging.
El visor de las gafas es antiempañante.

Etymology

From Latin 'visorium', meaning 'that which sees' or 'place of seeing'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to put the visor
Adjust the protector to block the sun.
poner el visor
safety visor
Element that protects the face in hazardous work.
visor de seguridad
eye glasses visor
Part of the glasses that protects the eyes.
visor de gafas

Related Words

glasses
Objects used to correct vision or protect the eyes.
gafas
helmet
Head protection, often includes a visor.
casco
sunshade
Structure used to block sunlight.
parasol

Slang Meanings

Referring to someone who is always watching or guarding.
That guy is a watcher; he's always seeing what we do.
Ese tipo es un visor, siempre está viendo lo que hacemos.
In some contexts, a visor may refer to a frame or security camera.
The establishment has several watchers to monitor the area.
El local tiene varios visores para monitorear la zona.