visor

noun

ˈvī-zər How to pronounce visor (audio)
variants also vizor
Definition of visornext
as in brim
the projecting front part of a hat or cap the visor on your baseball cap should provide adequate shade for your eyes

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Recent Examples of visor Instead of using a human-like face, UMA has equipped the humanoid with a neutral visor that clearly distinguishes it from a person. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 8 July 2026 Other model-specific details include Union Jacks embossed onto the sun visors, an Earls Court 1951 logo stitched into the headrests, and a wooden gear shifter. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 18 June 2026 Drawing prizes included an umbrella, a visor and a free month’s membership at the park district’s Field House Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Center. — Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026 So too does the perspective from inside Duncan’s helmet, a look pulled off practically by placing a visor in front of a Ronin 4D camera. — Daron James, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for visor
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brim
Noun
  • The classic sun hat is also UPF 50 rated with a 4-inch brim and a 9-inch back flap for full coverage of your face, ears and neck.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The shape doesn’t matter, says the Skin Cancer Foundation, as long the brim extends at least 3 inches outward from your face.
    — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 22 July 2026
Definition of brim

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“Visor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visor. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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