helmet
hel·met
noun \ˈhel-mət\Definition of HELMET
1
: a covering or enclosing headpiece of ancient or medieval armor — see armor illustration
2
: any of various protective head coverings usually made of a hard material to resist impact
3
: something resembling a helmet
— hel·met·ed \-mə-təd\ adjective
— hel·met·like \-mət-ˌlīk\ adjective
See Origin of HELMET
Middle English, from Middle French, diminutive of helme helmet, of Germanic origin; akin to Old English helm helmet, Old High German helan to conceal — more at hell
First Known Use: 15th century
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