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burgonet

noun bur·go·net \ˈbər-gə-nət, ˌbər-gə-ˈnet\

Definition of BURGONET

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

modification of Middle French bourguignotte
First Known Use: circa 1567

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