head-mounted display
nounUK /ˌhed maʊntɪd dɪˈspleɪ/
US /ˌhed maʊntɪd dɪˈspleɪ/
A screen you wear on your head so you can see pictures or games right in front of your eyes.
He put on the head-mounted display and suddenly felt like he was flying.
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2. A device used by pilots that shows flight information on a small screen in front of one eye.
The pilot checked the head-mounted display for altitude and speed.
3. A tool for doctors that lets them see medical images while looking at a patient.
The surgeon used a head-mounted display to view the scan during the operation.
4. A screen worn by soldiers to see maps and targets in the field.
The soldier's head-mounted display showed the location of friendly troops.