— helmeted , adj. — helmetlike , adj.
/hel"mit/ , n.
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.
[ 1400-50; late ME healmet, helmet, dim. of helme HELM 2 ]