foulard — meaning in English
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English meaning
- cravat noun A band of fabric worn around the neck, tied at the front, as an old-fashioned or formal alternative to a necktie.
- headscarf noun A more or less square piece of material worn over the head, typically by women, often to protect the hair, or for religious reasons.
- kerchief noun A square of cloth worn over the head or tied around the neck.
- neckerchief noun A scarf that is worn looped or tied around the neck.
- wrap verb To cover something completely by folding material around it.
Senses
foulard is used for these senses in English:
- cravat A wide fabric band worn as a necktie by men having long ends hanging in front.
- headscarf A more or less square piece of material worn over the head, typically by women, often to protect the hair, or for religious reasons.
- kerchief (dated) A piece of cloth used to cover the head; a bandana.
- neckerchief A scarf that is worn looped or tied around the neck.
- wrap (chiefly, in plural, now, rare) An outer garment worn as protection while riding, travelling etc.
cravat — full definition
- noun A band of fabric worn around the neck, tied at the front, as an old-fashioned or formal alternative to a necktie.
- noun A triangular bandage folded into a strip, used to support an injured arm or dress a wound.