halfhelm

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noun

A simple skullcap or cervelliere which protects only the top of the head, in contrast to a greathelm or other helmet that would protect the whole head.

First used c. 1985Scrabble 19

Meanings

nounhalfhelm (plural halfhelms)

plural halfhelms · alternative half-helm

  1. A simple skullcap or cervelliere which protects only the top of the head, in contrast to a greathelm or other helmet that would protect the whole head.First known use c. 1985
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