Definition for GOG'GLES

GOG'GLES, n. [plur. W. gogelu, to shelter. See Goggle, the verb.]

  1. In surgery, instruments used to cure squinting, or the distortion of the eyes which occasions it. Encyc.
  2. Cylindrical tubes, in which are fixed glasses for defending the eyes from cold, dust, &c. and sometimes with colored glasses to abate the intensity of light.
  3. Blinds for horses that are apt to take fright.

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