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helmet
[hel-mit]
noun
any of various forms of protective head covering worn by soldiers, firefighters, divers, cyclists, etc.
medieval armor for the head.
(in fencing, singlestick, etc.) a protective device for the head and face consisting of reinforced wire mesh.
anything resembling a helmet in form or position.
helmet
/ ˈɛɪ /
noun
a piece of protective or defensive armour for the head worn by soldiers, policemen, firemen, divers, etc
biology a part or structure resembling a helmet, esp the upper part of the calyx of certain flowers
Other Word Forms
- helmeted adjective
- helmetlike adjective
- unhelmeted adjective
- ˈٱ adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of helmet1
Example Sentences
A person stood in the open hatch wearing fatigues, a helmet and what they said appeared to be body armor.
Like a pilot calmly instructing passengers to fasten their seat belts, Nielson suggested I wrap the fire-resistant “shroud” hanging from my bright yellow helmet around my face.
He picked up a nearby helmet and placed it over the damaged face.
Hazlewood strayed on to his pads and Markram effortlessly flicked the ball square for four before he took off his helmet to salute the crowd.
The website published video of Osment, wearing his ski helmet backward, allegedly holding up the line for a ski lift.
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