faceplate

== English == === Alternative forms === face-plate, face plate === Etymology === Compound of face +‎ plate. === Pronunciation === (General American) IPA(key): /ˈfeɪsˌpleɪt/ === Noun === faceplate (plural faceplates) A removable protective shield separating the inner workings of a machine from operator and observer. A rigid flat surface that has an active role in the interaction of a device with an operator or user. A transparent window forming part of a helmet directly in front of the wearer's face, allowing them to see out. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ==== ==== See also ==== === References === “faceplate”, in Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: Merriam-Webster, 1996–present. “faceplate”, in Dictionary.com Unabridged, Dictionary.com, LLC, 1995–present. “faceplate, n.”, in OED Online ⁠, Oxford: Oxford University Press, launched 2000. Jesse Sheidlower, editor (2001–2026), “face plate, n.”, in Historical Dictionary of Science Fiction. === Anagrams === alefacept