Etymology
Meaning
A protective covering for the head, especially one made of metal and worn in battle.
Origin
The word "helm" has its roots in the Proto-Indo-European language, where it was derived from the root *ḱelmos, meaning "to cover" or "to protect." This root has been reconstructed based on cognates in various Indo-European languages, including:
In Proto-Germanic, the word became *helmaz, which evolved into helm in Old English. It was initially used to refer to a protective covering for the head in general, but over time it came to be primarily associated with metal helmets worn in battle.
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