balaclava
noun
bal·a·cla·va
ˌba-lə-ˈklä-və 
-ˈkla-
-ˈkla-
: a knit cap for the head and neck
called also balaclava helmet
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The costume itself consisted of a balaclava to cover their heads, a green sweatshirt, sweatpants, gloves, goggles, a velcro tunic, and the grass leaves.
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Audrey Noble, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
One of them has fashioned a sinister balaclava out of his cap and neck gaiter.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 31 Jan. 2026
Considering the temperatures in Chicago in February, participants will undoubtedly embrace the baselayer, balaclava and winter running socks the brand will be distributing in advance.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
My balaclava has been an essential for staying warm this month.
—Jordan Julian, InStyle, 30 Jan. 2026
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Audrey Noble, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
One of them has fashioned a sinister balaclava out of his cap and neck gaiter.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 31 Jan. 2026
Considering the temperatures in Chicago in February, participants will undoubtedly embrace the baselayer, balaclava and winter running socks the brand will be distributing in advance.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
My balaclava has been an essential for staying warm this month.
—Jordan Julian, InStyle, 30 Jan. 2026
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“Balaclava.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balaclava. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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