Definition

A type of protective hood that is commonly used in the Russian military to cover the head and neck.

Example

The soldier wore a bashlyk to protect himself from the cold weather during the mission.

Conversation

I saw a soldier wearing a bashlyk in that movie last night.

Oh really? I’ve heard they’re pretty useful for protection.

Yeah, it looked really warm and practical.

Definitely, especially in cold weather!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'bashlyk' originates from the Russian 'башлык' (bashlyk), meaning a type of hooded cloak or head covering. It refers specifically to a traditional garment worn in Central Asia, particularly by nomadic peoples.

Memory Tip

Think of the Russian word 'башлык' for a hooded cloak, which helps you remember that 'bashlyk' refers to this specific type of head covering.

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