hounskull

== English == === Etymology === From Middle English hounscull, from German Hundsgugel or a related term, influenced by hound skull. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈhaʊnˌskʌl/ === Noun === hounskull (plural hounskulls) A type of visor, drawn out into a conical point like a muzzle or beak which improved ventilation and deflected blows, or a helmet having such a visor. ==== Alternative forms ==== houndskull