n. A warm cap shielding the neck and head, often made out of wool.
n. A ski mask with holes for the eyes and, sometimes, the nose and mouth, which may be rolled up and worn like a toque or pulled over the face for greater protection.
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n. close-fitting and woolen and covers all of the head but the face.
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n. a cap that is close-fitting and woolen and covers all of the head but the face
Word Usage
"He was clad in woodsy camouflage and had pulled what she called a balaclava over his head, concealing all save his eyes and mouth under its khaki wool."