glove (EN)

noun, verb

noun “glove”

1. a piece of clothing that covers your hand and fingers to protect them or keep them warm
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   She wore gloves to keep her hands warm in the cold weather.
2. (baseball) a padded leather piece of equipment used to catch the ball
   Each player grabbed his glove and ran onto the field.
3. (baseball) a player's skill in fielding or catching the ball
   The new player was known for his excellent glove but weak batting.
4. (slang) a condom
   He made sure to bring a glove just in case.

verb “glove”

1. (baseball) to catch a ball with a glove
   The outfielder gloved the fly ball for the final out.
2. (cricket) to touch the ball with the glove while holding the bat, potentially leading to dismissal
   The batsman gloved the ball to the wicketkeeper and was given out.