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Ski mask - Definition

Related Words: Aegis, Air, Alibi, Anaglyph, Apology, Appearance, Aspect, Ball, Blanket, Blind, Block, Blowout, Blur, Boss, Buffer

This article is about the headgear known as a balaclava, for information about the town in the Crimea see: Balaklava. See also Balaclava, Ontario and Balaclava, Victoria. Do not confuse with Baklava, which is a dessert.

Balaclava and gun
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Balaclava and gun

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Hats and Headgear series:
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Hats; Bonnets; Caps
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A balaclava, balaclava helmet or ski mask is a form of headgear covering the whole head, exposing only the face (and often only the eyes). The name "balaclava" comes from Balaklava in the Crimea. During the Crimean War, knitted balaclavas were sent over to the British troops to help protect them from the bitter cold weather. They are traditionally knitted from wool, and can be rolled up into a hat to cover just the crown of the head. Modern balaclavas can be made from a number of materials.

They are often associated with special forces units such as the SAS, or with the IRA or with muggers where they act as a form of disguise.

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Example Usage of mask

wtdmnx: If I confess, would you come clean? Take off the mask and we'll live like royalty. #musicmonday Dressed Up To Undress - Breathe Carolina
charlie_black: RT the mask can only stay on for so long @DaCute1: SHANE SPARKS CHARGED WITH CHILD MOLESTATION!?!? wat the hell is going on!?!?!?! O_O
DajaAGoodLook: @SurpriseMehKay Okay So iWas Cleaning My Face ; So iPut On A Facial mask . iForgot iHade It On& It Started Hardening .
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