The safety helmet
Example: Safety helmet protects head from falling objects
Definition
"The safety helmet" is a protective headgear worn primarily in construction and industrial settings to safeguard the head from injuries caused by falling objects, debris, or accidental impacts, ensuring the wearer's safety on site.
Etymology
The term "safety helmet" combines 'safety,' deriving from the Old French 'saufte' meaning health or welfare, and 'helmet,' which traces back to the Old English 'helm,' meaning a protective head covering used in battle. Together, they emphasize protection, evolving from medieval armor to modern protective gear.
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"The safety helmet" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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