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morion

morion

9.9
A metal helmet with a raised crest used by soldiers in 1500s Europe
  • noun
  • /ˈmɔːriən/
  • Archaic
translation icon : morión
  • The museum displayed a beautifully crafted morion, showcasing the intricate design typical of the period.

Examples

  • In the reenactment, each soldier donned a morion to complete his costume.

  • The morion provided some protection against sword blows and arrows.

  • The museum displayed a morion once worn by Spanish conquistadors.

  • The soldier wore a shiny morion during the battle.

  • Many morions were found in the archaeological dig.

  • The soldier carefully polished his morion before the battle to ensure it shone brightly.

  • During the reenactment, they wore authentic morions to mimic the appearance of 16th-century soldiers.

Synonyms

cabasset
vsmorion
  • Archaic
9.9

A light metal helmet with a high crest worn by soldiers in the 1500s

has a lower comb-like crest and is not presented as especially light

How Protective

morion
  • Archaic
9.9
helmet
649 1.0
hard hat
14 2.5
cap
175 1.0

Surface Forms

morion singular
morions plural

Etymology

Morion comes from the Spanish morrión, probably from morro meaning 'head' or 'snout'. So, a morion is a rounded helmet worn by soldiers, and thinking of a round 'head' helps you remember the word.