great helm

English

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ɡɹeɪthɛlm/

Noun

great helm (plural great helms)

  1. (historical) A helmet in the form of a flat-topped or curved barrel of metal with small openings for sight and ventilation, worn chiefly from the 12th to 14th century.
    Synonyms: barrel helm, bucket helm, heaume, pot helm

Alternative forms

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