noun
die Schutzausrüstung, -en
protective equipment
Kleidung oder Gegenstände, die den Körper vor Verletzungen oder Gefahren schützen, zum Beispiel Helm, Handschuhe oder Schutzbrille.
The German word Schutzausrüstung is a compound noun made up of:
- Schutz = protection
- Ausrüstung = equipment
Meaning: protective equipment, typically referring to gear worn to ensure safety, such as helmets, gloves, or masks.
Similar words:
- Schutzkleidung (protective clothing)
- Sicherheitsausrüstung (safety equipment)
Difference:
- Schutzkleidung specifically denotes protective clothing, whereas Schutzausrüstung can include all types of protective gear, not just clothing.
- Sicherheitsausrüstung tends to emphasize safety equipment more broadly, sometimes including non-wearable items.
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Examples
Im Labor tragen die Menschen Schutzausrüstung.noun
In the laboratory, the people wear protective equipment.
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