The helmet
Example: He wears a helmet when riding his bike
Definition
"The helmet" is a protective headgear worn to safeguard the head from injuries during activities such as riding a bike, construction work, or sports. It typically consists of a hard outer shell and a padded interior for shock absorption and comfort.
Etymology
The word "helmet" comes from the Old French word 'helmet' or 'helme', which in turn derives from the Old Northern French 'hemet'. It traces back to the Medieval Latin 'helmus', meaning a protective head covering used in battle. Did you know? Helmets have been used since ancient times to protect warriors' heads in combat.
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"The helmet" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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