eyeshades
nounUK /ˈaɪʃeɪdz/
US /ˈaɪʃeɪdz/
Dark pieces you wear over your eyes to block out light so you can sleep.
She put on her eyeshades and fell asleep on the plane.
SYNONYMS
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Small flaps or shields worn on the sides of a hat to protect the eyes from sun or glare.
The baseball cap had flip-up eyeshades to keep the sun out.
3. Darkened goggles or visors used to reduce glare in bright conditions.
The welder lowered his eyeshades before striking the arc.
4. Protective covers worn over the eyes in certain sports or medical settings.
The patient wore eyeshades during the light therapy session.