Turban
noun
A type of hat made by wrapping fabric around the head, usually worn by people from certain cultures or religions, like Sikhs or Muslims.
He wore a bright red turban as a symbol of his Sikh faith.
Often appears as...
- wear a turban
- sikh turban
noun
A women's hat, shaped like a turban, fashionable in Western countries in the early 20th century.
In the 1920s, women often wore elegant turban hats with their evening gowns.
Often appears as...
- turban hat
- fashionable turban
Usage tips
Historical
noun
A surgical cap worn by doctors and nurses in an operating room.
Before the surgery, the doctor puts on a sterile turban to keep his hair from contaminating the sterile field.
Often appears as...
- surgical turban
- sterile turban
noun
A type of hat made by wrapping fabric around the head, usually worn by people from certain cultures or religions, like Sikhs or Muslims.
He wore a bright red turban as a symbol of his Sikh faith.
Often appears as...
- wear a turban
- sikh turban
noun
A women's hat, shaped like a turban, fashionable in Western countries in the early 20th century.
In the 1920s, women often wore elegant turban hats with their evening gowns.
Often appears as...
- turban hat
- fashionable turban
Usage tips
Historical
noun
A surgical cap worn by doctors and nurses in an operating room.
Before the surgery, the doctor puts on a sterile turban to keep his hair from contaminating the sterile field.
Often appears as...
- surgical turban
- sterile turban
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Significance
Turban is a sign of faith and respect in some cultures and should be referred to respectfully.
While visiting India, I saw many Sikh men wearing turbans as a mark of their religious identity.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Just Fashion
Distinguish between religious turbans and fashion accessories; they have different social and cultural implications.
In his community, a turban is not a fashion statement; it represents a commitment to his beliefs.
Pro Tip 3/3Gender Neutral
Remember that both men and women can wear turbans, depending on cultural norms.
In her culture, she wears a turban similar to that of her male peers.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Significance
Turban is a sign of faith and respect in some cultures and should be referred to respectfully.
While visiting India, I saw many Sikh men wearing turbans as a mark of their religious identity.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Just Fashion
Distinguish between religious turbans and fashion accessories; they have different social and cultural implications.
In his community, a turban is not a fashion statement; it represents a commitment to his beliefs.
Pro Tip 3/3Gender Neutral
Remember that both men and women can wear turbans, depending on cultural norms.
In her culture, she wears a turban similar to that of her male peers.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Significance
Turban is a sign of faith and respect in some cultures and should be referred to respectfully.
While visiting India, I saw many Sikh men wearing turbans as a mark of their religious identity.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Just Fashion
Distinguish between religious turbans and fashion accessories; they have different social and cultural implications.
In his community, a turban is not a fashion statement; it represents a commitment to his beliefs.
Pro Tip 3/3Gender Neutral
Remember that both men and women can wear turbans, depending on cultural norms.
In her culture, she wears a turban similar to that of her male peers.
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Why is Vermeer's "Girl...
The oriental turban worn by the "Girl with the Pearl Earring" also emphasizes the worldliness of the merchant class, and the pearl itself, a symbol of wealth, is actually an exaggeration. Vermeer couldn't have afforded a real pearl of its size.
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How I Stopped the...
They were the ugliest looking men you can ever see. Very mean-looking people, black clothes, black turban, and they pour into my office. And I invited them to have a seat and have tea. They said no. They are not going to drink tea.
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Connecting all the dots...
and I was in a nomadic country out in the wilderness what we do in a turban Zenoss preservation of culture health care and education kind of put it all together so out there I said to the
Video examples
Why is Vermeer's "Girl...
The oriental turban worn by the "Girl with the Pearl Earring" also emphasizes the worldliness of the merchant class, and the pearl itself, a symbol of wealth, is actually an exaggeration. Vermeer couldn't have afforded a real pearl of its size.
Video examples
How I Stopped the...
They were the ugliest looking men you can ever see. Very mean-looking people, black clothes, black turban, and they pour into my office. And I invited them to have a seat and have tea. They said no. They are not going to drink tea.
Video examples
Connecting all the dots...
and I was in a nomadic country out in the wilderness what we do in a turban Zenoss preservation of culture health care and education kind of put it all together so out there I said to the
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Quote examples
Jagmeet Singh
Canadian Lawyer
Sikhs were considered the champions of fairness, uplifting people, protecting and defending human rights. Defending equality. So when someone sees a Sikh, the turban identifies a person who's going to stand up for rights, even if you disagree with them. The turban is supposed to be a beacon. That someone who is going to help you out.
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Willem Dafoe
American Actor
The English Patient' is about the coming together of a French-Canadian nurse, an English patient, a Sikh in a turban and me, Caravaggio, and each of us is seeking a resolution to our own problems.
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Satish Kaushik
Indian Director
I feel proud when I wear a turban. It's a different feeling. And that's why when a role of a Punjabi character is offered to me, my first question is whether I will wear a turban.
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Diljit Dosanjh
Indian Musician
People used to think I am wearing turban so maybe I won't act. Then Bollywood happened. So on its own things have happened in my career.
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Waris Ahluwalia
American Designer
I'm a Sikh; it's part of my religious tradition to never cut my hair and keep it wrapped in a turban.
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Mukul Dev
Indian Actor
Undoubtedly Sunny Deol, he is the most handsome Sardar. You cannot look better than him in a turban.
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Yuna
Malaysian Musician
I know how to wrap my turban a little better now. In the beginning, it was a little weird.
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T-Pain
American Musician
People think a Muslim has to have a turban or a big beard. It's stupid.
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Mukesh Rishi
Indian Actor
I keep doing Punjabi films and love wearing turban.
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Puneet Issar
Indian Actor
The turban is a Sikh's honor, pride and art.
Quote examples
Jagmeet Singh
Canadian Lawyer
Sikhs were considered the champions of fairness, uplifting people, protecting and defending human rights. Defending equality. So when someone sees a Sikh, the turban identifies a person who's going to stand up for rights, even if you disagree with them. The turban is supposed to be a beacon. That someone who is going to help you out.
Quote examples
Willem Dafoe
American Actor
The English Patient' is about the coming together of a French-Canadian nurse, an English patient, a Sikh in a turban and me, Caravaggio, and each of us is seeking a resolution to our own problems.
Quote examples
Satish Kaushik
Indian Director
I feel proud when I wear a turban. It's a different feeling. And that's why when a role of a Punjabi character is offered to me, my first question is whether I will wear a turban.
Quote examples
Diljit Dosanjh
Indian Musician
People used to think I am wearing turban so maybe I won't act. Then Bollywood happened. So on its own things have happened in my career.
Quote examples
Waris Ahluwalia
American Designer
I'm a Sikh; it's part of my religious tradition to never cut my hair and keep it wrapped in a turban.
Quote examples
Mukul Dev
Indian Actor
Undoubtedly Sunny Deol, he is the most handsome Sardar. You cannot look better than him in a turban.
Quote examples
Yuna
Malaysian Musician
I know how to wrap my turban a little better now. In the beginning, it was a little weird.
Quote examples
T-Pain
American Musician
People think a Muslim has to have a turban or a big beard. It's stupid.
Quote examples
Mukesh Rishi
Indian Actor
I keep doing Punjabi films and love wearing turban.
Quote examples
Puneet Issar
Indian Actor
The turban is a Sikh's honor, pride and art.
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