Associations to the word «Faceplate»

Wiktionary

FACEPLATE, noun. A removable protective shield separating the inner workings of a machine from operator and observer.
FACEPLATE, noun. A rigid flat surface that has an active role in the interaction of a device with an operator or user.

Dictionary definition

FACEPLATE, noun. A protective covering for the front of a machine or device (as a door lock or computer component).

Wise words

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