Kerchief
noun
A piece of cloth used to cover the head or neck.
She wore a kerchief on her head to protect her hair.
Often appears as...
- head kerchief
- neck kerchief
noun
A cloth or handkerchief.
He wiped his face with a kerchief.
Often appears as...
- handkerchief
- cleaning kerchief
Usage tips
Formal
noun
A piece of cloth used to cover the head or neck.
She wore a kerchief on her head to protect her hair.
Often appears as...
- head kerchief
- neck kerchief
noun
A cloth or handkerchief.
He wiped his face with a kerchief.
Often appears as...
- handkerchief
- cleaning kerchief
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Fashion Accessory
Kerchief can be a stylish accessory in various cultures, not just practical.
She added a vibrant kerchief to her outfit for a pop of color.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
In some cultures, a kerchief may signify marital status or be part of traditional dress.
At the festival, married women wore embroidered kerchiefs.
Pro Tip 3/3Protection Element
Besides covering, a kerchief protects hair or skin from sun and dust.
He wrapped a kerchief around his neck before going into the desert.
Pro Tip 1/3Fashion Accessory
Kerchief can be a stylish accessory in various cultures, not just practical.
She added a vibrant kerchief to her outfit for a pop of color.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
In some cultures, a kerchief may signify marital status or be part of traditional dress.
At the festival, married women wore embroidered kerchiefs.
Pro Tip 3/3Protection Element
Besides covering, a kerchief protects hair or skin from sun and dust.
He wrapped a kerchief around his neck before going into the desert.
Pro Tip 1/3Fashion Accessory
Kerchief can be a stylish accessory in various cultures, not just practical.
She added a vibrant kerchief to her outfit for a pop of color.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
In some cultures, a kerchief may signify marital status or be part of traditional dress.
At the festival, married women wore embroidered kerchiefs.
Pro Tip 3/3Protection Element
Besides covering, a kerchief protects hair or skin from sun and dust.
He wrapped a kerchief around his neck before going into the desert.
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Quote examples
Evan Osnos
American Journalist
Like most markets, Da Jing is most alive just after dawn, when the elementary-school children in their uniforms and bright red kerchiefs set off through narrow streets, marking the start of another frenzied day of commerce.
Quote examples
Evan Osnos
American Journalist
Like most markets, Da Jing is most alive just after dawn, when the elementary-school children in their uniforms and bright red kerchiefs set off through narrow streets, marking the start of another frenzied day of commerce.
Example 1 of 1
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