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pith helmet

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pith helmet
n.
A lightweight hat made from dried pith and worn in tropical countries for protection from the sun.
pith helmet
Noun
a lightweight hat made of the pith of the sola, an E Indian swamp plant, that is worn for protection from the sun
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Noun1.pith helmetpith helmet - a lightweight hat worn in tropical countries for protection from the sun
pith hat, sun helmet, topee, topi
sun hat, sunhat - a hat with a broad brim that protects the face from direct exposure to the sun
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From a heterogeneous collection of loot, Achmet Zek procured a pith helmet and a European saddle, and from his black slaves and followers a party of porters, askaris and tent boys to make up a modest safari for a big game hunter.
Tarzan and the Jewels of Opar by Burroughs, Edgar Rice View in context
He wheeled to face an utter stranger--a tall, black-haired, gray-eyed stranger clad in khaki and pith helmet.
The Son Of Tarzan by Burroughs, Edgar Rice View in context
His eyes took in my large pith helmet, my khaki jacket, and bandoleers of cartridges, the two revolvers swinging at my hips, the large rifle resting against my body.
Pellucidar by Burroughs, Edgar Rice View in context
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