mouthpiece

//ˈmaʊθˌpiːs//
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Noun

mouthpieceSingular
mouthpiecesPlural
1

The part of a musical instrument, telephone, or other device that is placed in or near the mouth.

The saxophone player cleaned the mouthpiece of his instrument after the concert.

2

A protective device worn over the teeth, especially by athletes in contact sports.

Boxers must wear a mouthpiece during matches to protect their teeth.

3

A person or publication that speaks on behalf of another person or organization.

The newspaper has become a mouthpiece for the government.

4

A lawyer, especially one who represents criminals.

The gang leader hired a well-known mouthpiece to defend him in court.