[hel-mit] 
| 1. | any of various forms of protective head covering worn by soldiers, firefighters, divers, cyclists, etc. |
| 2. | medieval armor for the head. |
| 3. | (in fencing, singlestick, etc.) a protective device for the head and face consisting of reinforced wire mesh. |
| 4. | anything resembling a helmet in form or position. |
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