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kevlar
What does kevlar mean?
The standard ballistic helmet, referred to by the material it is made from; also called a K-pot.
"Strap your Kevlar on, we're going outside the wire."
Origin
U.S. military; from the DuPont aramid fiber 'Kevlar.'
Frequently asked questions
What does Kevlar mean in the military?
It's slang for the standard ballistic combat helmet, named after the material it's made from; it's also called a K-pot.
Where does the name come from?
It comes from Kevlar, the DuPont aramid fiber used to make the helmet and body armor.
How is the term used?
A soldier might be told to strap on their Kevlar before heading outside the wire on a mission.
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