noun
ushanka
oo-SHAHNG-kuh
Ushanka (noun) means a traditional Russian fur hat with flaps that cover the ears. Example: “He wore an ushanka to keep warm on the freezing walk to work.”
noun
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A traditional Russian fur hat with flaps that cover the ears.
"He wore an ushanka to keep warm on the freezing walk to work."
"The market stall sold ushankas lined with rabbit fur."
"She pulled the ushanka's flaps down against the wind."
How to use ushanka
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA furry Russian hat with flaps that fold down over your ears.
When to use it
It is a specific, neutral term with no informal alternative in everyday English.
Memory tip
The earflaps are the defining feature, so picture ears when you say it.
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Common pairings
fur ushanka
wear an ushanka
ushanka with earflaps
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Etymology
The word comes from Russian, where it is built from the word for ear plus a suffix used for naming specific objects.
Rhymes for ushanka
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What is an ushanka?
It is a fur hat with earflaps that is traditionally worn in Russia during cold weather.
Can the earflaps be tied up?
Yes, the flaps are typically designed to be worn down over the ears or tied up on top of the hat.
Where does the word ushanka come from?
It comes from Russian, ultimately connected to the Russian word for ear.
What is the meaning of ushanka?
"ushanka" (noun) means a traditional Russian fur hat with flaps that cover the ears.
