gloves
n. countable A1 Beginner US //ˈɡɫəvz// UK //ɡlˈʌvz// gloves
n. clothing that you wear on your hands to keep them warm or protect them. They have separate parts for each finger and your thumb.
n. garments covering the hand with separate sheaths for each finger and the thumb. Typically used for thermal insulation, hygiene, or physical protection.
You should wear warm gloves when it snows.
The surgeon put on a pair of sterile rubber gloves before starting the operation.
Heavy-duty leather gloves are essential for handling the rough timber and preventing splinters during the construction process.
Usage
Almost always used in the plural form unless referring to a single item for one hand.
Pitfall
a glovesa pair of glovesLike 'shoes' or 'socks', 'gloves' is a plural noun; use 'a pair of' to refer to one set.