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Headpiece

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Band 76% connected

A fillet, strap, or any narrow ligament with which a thing is encircled, or fastened, or by which a number of things are tied, bound together, or con…

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

Open English WordNet identifies the related term as a broader lexical category for at least one sense.

Helmet 76% connected

A defensive covering for the head. See Casque, Headpiece, Morion, Sallet, and Illust. of Beaver.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

Open English WordNet identifies the related term as a broader lexical category for at least one sense.

Containing whole 1

Bridle 70% connected

The head gear with which a horse is governed and restrained, consisting of a headstall, a bit, and reins, with other appendages.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

Open English WordNet identifies the related term as a containing group, substance or whole.

Synonym 1

Headstall 92% connected

That part of a bridle or halter which encompasses the head.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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