neck gaiter
noun
plural neck gaiters
: a fabric covering in the form of a closed loop worn around the neck that can extend to cover the lower part of the face
Amazon shoppers are saying that this neck gaiter is "breathable" and doesn't feel itchy when it's on—two very important factors to consider while shopping for suitable masks!—
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Over a dozen federal agents, some hiding their faces with neck gaiters or medical masks, stood talking in small groups on the 12th floor at 26 Federal Plaza for several hours Friday morning.
—Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 6 June 2025
Wearing a neck gaiter or N95 mask is important, and keeping it over your nose as much as possible makes a difference.
—Ben Ayers, Outside Online, 6 May 2025
For extra protection from the wind, add on a fleece neck gaiter.
—Hannah Freedman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2025
This neck gaiter came in handy during unexpected flurries and any activity that involved movement or air blowing in my face.
—Gregory Robinson, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025
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Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 6 June 2025
Wearing a neck gaiter or N95 mask is important, and keeping it over your nose as much as possible makes a difference.
—Ben Ayers, Outside Online, 6 May 2025
For extra protection from the wind, add on a fleece neck gaiter.
—Hannah Freedman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2025
This neck gaiter came in handy during unexpected flurries and any activity that involved movement or air blowing in my face.
—Gregory Robinson, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for neck gaiter
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“Neck gaiter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neck%20gaiter. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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