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headdress Synonyms
Another word for headdress
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• noun (Context 1)
An ornamental or protective covering or band for the head, often worn on formal, ceremonial, or cultural occasions.
Usage Example
"The indigenous leader wore a magnificent feather headpiece during the traditional ceremony."
Strongest
headpiece
headgear
Strong
crown
Weak
coronet
• noun (Context 2)
An elaborate arrangement of the hair, sometimes combined with ribbons or jewels, especially as worn by women in historical periods.
Usage Example
"Portraits from the 18th century often feature aristocratic women with towering, powdered headdresses."
Strongest
coiffure
Strong
hairstyle
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