Balaclava (noun)

A close-fitting head covering that covers the head, neck, and face, with the exception of the eyes, originally worn by military personnel and now also used as a cold weather gear.

Origin:

The word "balaclava" is of ukranian origin, which derived from the town of balaklava, in crimea. it"s a close-fitting head covering that covers the head, neck, and face, with the exception of the eyes, it was initially used by the military and later used for cold weather protection.

Examples:

1. I wore a balaclava to keep warm while skiing.
2. The ski patrol wears a balaclava to protect from the cold.
3. The balaclava is a versatile piece of cold weather gear.
4. The balaclava is also known as a ski mask.
5. The balaclava is an essential piece of gear for any winter sports enthusiast.