bandanna
noun
a large, printed handkerchief, typically one with white spots or figures on a red or blue background.
bandana
-
a variation of
bandanna.
Example Sentences
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"Ashley's American flag high heels, denim dress and bright red blouse worn with a bandana around her neck are classic Americana," she says.
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026
Crowther, an equities trader, became known as the "man in the red bandana" after survivors told stories about a mysterious man wearing one over his nose and mouth.
From Barron's ● Sep. 8, 2026
At the end of the meeting, Barr turned to his top deputy, made hand motions as if he was tying on a bandana and said he was going to “kamikaze” into the White House.
From Salon ● Apr. 14, 2026
Faux bandana, wrinkle and dirt details elevate this already luxurious 100% cotton brown, striped top.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 17, 2025
My other heckler is husky, so she gets a blue-and-white vertically striped dress made in Bengal, a white bandana around her black curls, and big hoop earrings.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
