English Explanatory Dictionary

washbasin helmet

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A style of soldier's helmet that is almost identical to or resembles the helmet used by the British Empire, Commonwealth and U.S. soldiery during World War I.

Pronunciation

En-au-washbasin helmet.ogg

Word forms

washbasin helmet washbasin helmets

Etymology

From the helmet's appearance, similar to a washbasin of the early 20th century.

Related words

coal scuttle helmet steel pot helmet
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