Meaning of balaclava in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌbæləˈklɑvə/

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  1. Noun

    balaclava

    Etymology

    late 19th century (worn originally by soldiers on active service in the Crimean War): named after the port of Balaclava in the Crimea (see Balaclava, Battle of)

    Definitions

    1. a cap that is close-fitting and woolen and covers all of the head but the face

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