helmet: Meaning and Definition of
Pronunciation: (hel'mit), [key]
- 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 (Thesaurus)