De helm
Example: Hij draagt een helm tijdens het fietsen.
Definition
"De helm" refers to a protective headgear worn to safeguard the head during activities such as cycling or construction work. It is designed to prevent injuries by absorbing impact and shielding the skull from harm.
Etymology
The word "de helm" originates from the Old High German word "helm," meaning a protective head covering used in battle. Did you know? The term has been used historically for armor worn by soldiers, evolving into the modern helmet for safety purposes.
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"De helm" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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