pith helmet (1 synonym found)

Sort pith helmet by:    Alphabetically | Length | Random | Definition












website design charlotte.
Definition of pith helmet:

(n) : a lightweight helmet-shaped hat made of the pith of the sola or shola (Indian spongewood) plant covered with white cotton and faced with green cloth. Originally used by the British army in India in the 19th century, later used more widely; a hat of similar appearance, but made of different materials
History
This word has been
viewed 1,898 times.







website design charlotte.
Definition of pith helmet:

(n) : a lightweight helmet-shaped hat made of the pith of the sola or shola (Indian spongewood) plant covered with white cotton and faced with green cloth. Originally used by the British army in India in the 19th century, later used more widely; a hat of similar appearance, but made of different materials

Back to Top