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niqab

/nɪˈkɑːb/
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Plural:niqabs
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• noun

1

A veil worn by some Muslim women in public that covers the lower part of the face and head, leaving only the area around the eyes exposed.

Example

"She chose to wear a black niqab paired with a flowing abaya when attending the community gathering."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Often confused with the hijab (which covers the hair and neck but leaves the entire face visible) and the burqa (a full-body garment that also covers the eyes with a mesh screen).

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• Nearby Words

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nipponanthemum
nippy
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nisei
nishinoshima

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Arabic 'niqāb' (meaning 'face veil'), derived from the verb 'naqaba' ('to perforate' or 'to pierce'), referring to the eye openings in the garment.

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