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What is "Kantop" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 22-Jan-2024 (6 months, 5 days ago)
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Kantop
Literally, 'T0PI', worn around the ears'. This kind of cap covers the ears and the back of the neck to protect these parts from excessive heat and cold.

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