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Definition of headscarf

headscarf

/ˈhɛdˌskɑːrf/
head · scarf
Plural:headscarves
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headscarf Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A square or triangular piece of cloth worn as a covering for the head, typically folded and tied under the chin or at the nape of the neck for warmth, protection, fashion, or religious observance.

Example

"She tied a silk headscarf around her hair to protect it from the strong coastal wind."

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• Nearby Words

headquarters
headrest
headroom
headscarf
headset
headshake
headship

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Headscarf. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/headscarf
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