headscarf

/ˈhɛdˌskɑrf/
noun
  1. A scarf worn around the head, often for religious, cultural, or practical reasons.
    • She wore a colorful headscarf to protect her hair from the wind while riding her bicycle.
    • In many cultures, women wear a headscarf as a sign of modesty or religious devotion.
    • He bought a soft wool headscarf for his grandmother to keep her warm during the winter.
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