casque Meaning & Definition
/kɑːsk/
What Does Casque Mean?
As a noun, casque means A helmet. It can also mean A hard structure on the head of some birds, such as cassowaries, some hornbills and guineafowl, and some reptiles such as chameleons and basilisks.
Casque at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //kɑːsk// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | casques |
Casque Definition (Noun)
- A helmet.
- A hard structure on the head of some birds, such as cassowaries, some hornbills and guineafowl, and some reptiles such as chameleons and basilisks.
- Synonym of galea.
Noun
- A hard structure on the head of some birds, such as the hornbill or cassowary.
Synonyms of Casque
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Casque synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Casque
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Casque in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
casque (plural casques)
Words That Rhyme With Casque
Origin of Casque
Borrowed from French casque. Doublet of casco and cask.
How to Pronounce Casque
Casque is pronounced //kɑːsk// and has 1 syllable.