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burgonet

noun
bur·​go·​net | \ ˈbÉ™r-gÉ™-nÉ™t How to pronounce burgonet (audio) , ËŒbÉ™r-gÉ™-ˈnet How to pronounce burgonet (audio) \

Definition of burgonet

: a close-fitting 16th century helmet with cheek guards

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First Known Use of burgonet

circa 1567, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for burgonet

modification of Middle French bourguignotte

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