havelock

noun

have·​lock ˈhav-ˌläk How to pronounce havelock (audio)
-lək
: a covering attached to a cap to protect the neck from the sun or bad weather

Word History

Etymology

Sir Henry Havelock

First Known Use

1861, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of havelock was in 1861

Dictionary Entries Near havelock

Havel

havelock

Havelock

Cite this Entry

“Havelock.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/havelock. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.

Biographical Definition

Havelock

biographical name

Have·​lock ˈhav-ˌläk How to pronounce Havelock (audio)
-lək
Sir Henry 1795–1857 British general

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