washbasin helmet
A style of soldier's helmet that is almost identical to or resembles the helmet used…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.
Meaning
1 senses(slang)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.
Origin
From the helmet's appearance, similar to a washbasin of the early 20th century.From the helmet's appearance, similar to a washbasin of the early 20th century.
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Forms
plural: washbasin helmets| Singular | washbasin helmet |
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See also
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