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Helmeted: meaning, definitions and examples

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helmeted

 

[ ˈhɛlmɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

wearing helmets

The term 'helmeted' refers to someone or something that is equipped with a helmet, often for safety or protection. This descriptor is frequently used in contexts related to sports, construction, or military activities, where the wearing of helmets is crucial for minimizing injury risk. Helmeted individuals are typically seen in environments where head protection is necessary, such as cyclists on the road or soldiers in combat situations.

Synonyms

protected, shielded

Examples of usage

  • The helmeted cyclist navigated the busy street.
  • Helmeted workers operated heavy machinery on the construction site.
  • The helmeted soldier prepared for the mission ahead.

Translations

Translations of the word "helmeted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 com capacete

🇮🇳 हेलमेट पहने हुए

🇩🇪 mit Helm

🇮🇩 dengan helm

🇺🇦 в шоломі

🇵🇱 w hełmie

🇯🇵 ヘルメットをかぶった

🇫🇷 casqué

🇪🇸 con casco

🇹🇷 kasklı

🇰🇷 헬멧을 쓴

🇸🇦 مرتدي خوذة

🇨🇿 s helmicí

🇸🇰 v prilbe

🇨🇳 戴着头盔的

🇸🇮 s čelado

🇮🇸 me hjálm

🇰🇿 қалқанмен

🇬🇪 ხულიგანით

🇦🇿 kasklı

🇲🇽 con casco

Etymology

The word 'helmet' originates from the medieval Latin word 'caelmetum,' meaning 'small helmet.' It has evolved from its initial usage in the 14th century, primarily referring to protective headgear worn by knights and soldiers in battle. As time progressed, the term began to encompass various styles and purposes of head protection. The addition of the '-ed' suffix transforms 'helmet' into 'helmeted,' indicating that the subject is equipped with this protective gear. Today, the word is often used in contemporary contexts, such as sports and safety regulations, reflecting society's ongoing emphasis on protective measures in potentially hazardous activities.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,709 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.