Le casque
Example: Il porte le casque pour protéger sa tête en vélo.
Definition
"Le casque" refers to a protective helmet worn on the head, especially during activities like cycling, to safeguard against injuries. It is a common safety gear designed to absorb impact and prevent head trauma.
Etymology
The word "le casque" comes from the Old French term 'casque,' which itself originates from the Italian 'casco,' meaning helmet. Its roots trace back further to the Late Latin 'cascum,' related to head protection. Did you know that 'casque' also refers to a bird's casque, a bony growth on the head, showing the word's broad association with head coverings?
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"Le casque" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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