Wimple

usgb/ˈwɪmpl/
noun

A piece of cloth, worn by women to cover their neck and sides of the face.

She wore a wimple as a part of her nun's habit.
Visual representation of "wimple" - A piece of cloth, worn by women to cover their neck and sides of the face

Often appears as...

  • wear a wimple
  • nun's wimple
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Historical Garment

Originally medieval attire, 'wimple' implies a historical or old-fashioned context when used.

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The portrait depicted a woman in a medieval dress with a wimple.
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Religious Connotation

Wimples are often associated with Christian nuns, symbolizing modesty and commitment to religious life.

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Visitors to the abbey noticed all the nuns wearing traditional wimples.
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Cultural Depiction

In movies or books, a 'wimple' may be used to quickly identify a character as a nun or medieval woman.

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In the film, the main character dressed as a nun, complete with a black wimple.
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