Topi cetok

from indonesia

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From indonesia

Definition

A hard, semi-circular head covering, typically worn by construction workers or motorcyclists for protection.

Etymology

Compound of 'topi' (loan from Tamil) and 'cetok' (loan from Javanese meaning hard protective hat). This compound formed in Indonesian to refer to a hard half-spherical hat like a construction helmet.

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