niqab

/ nɪˈkɑːb /

noun

1. Islam a type of veil worn by some Muslim women that is made of lightweight opaque fabric and leaves only the eyes uncovered

Word History and Origins

Origin of niqab¹

C20: from Arabic

Example Sentences

She then waited in the cul-de-sac for her victim and disguised herself with a niqab, jurors heard.

From BBC

Several countries have introduced restrictions on where the burka or niqab can be worn.

From BBC

Women caught wearing the niqab, which covers the whole face expect for the eyes, also face jail or a fine.

From BBC

There are also several scenes that show the daughters talking about the hajib and niqab.

From Salon

The movie opens at a costume party where Leila sports a niqab over a pink bikini, her cultural contradictions on brazen display.

From New York Times