helmet
Americannoun
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helmets
plural
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any of various forms of protective head covering worn by soldiers, firefighters, divers, cyclists, etc.
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medieval armor for the head.
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(in fencing, singlestick, etc.) a protective device for the head and face consisting of reinforced wire mesh.
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anything resembling a helmet in form or position.
noun
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a piece of protective or defensive armour for the head worn by soldiers, policemen, firemen, divers, etc
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biology a part or structure resembling a helmet, esp the upper part of the calyx of certain flowers
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Etymology
Origin of helmet
1400–50; late Middle English < Middle French healmet, helmet, diminutive of helme helm 2
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To find it you need a map, and possibly a helmet.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 14, 2026
His last spell was quicker than his first as he brought pace and hostility, hitting Steve Smith on the helmet with a bouncer on day four.
From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026
What he didn’t do was tap his helmet to trigger a challenge.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026
He received food packages and had access to a red-light helmet he believes is good for his hair and scalp.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
Mr. Ramirez offers me the helmet and vacuum cleaner.
From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish
"Women wanted natural-looking wigs and they just weren't available. They looked like helmets!"
From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026
Players adept at challenges need to tap their helmets more often: Each team starts the game with two challenges.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026
The photos showed the Lincoln football players posing behind the counter and drive-thru window dressed in their football uniforms and helmets.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2026
Lee's office said it would be an expansion of earlier assistance which was comprised of non-lethal items including helmets, personal armour and medical equipment.
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026
Joy to the Heart pointed his cane upward, narrowly missing one of the guard’s feather helmets.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
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