Busbies

/ˈbʌzbɪz/ noun

Plural of busby, a tall military headdress with a furry exterior, traditionally worn by certain military units and the British royal guard.

From 'busby,' which likely derived from a German or Scandinavian word. The tall fur hat became iconic in 18th-century military fashion, particularly among hussars and later British guards.

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