facepiece

noun

1

a

: the part of an overcheck that connects the bit with the cavesson and overcheck rein

b

: an ornamental harness brass placed pendant from the cavesson

2

: the part of a gas mask or other respirator that fits over the face and is provided with eyepieces and a breathing device

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