turban
noun
a man's headdress worn chiefly by Muslims in southern Asia, consisting of a long cloth of silk, linen, cotton, etc., wound either about a cap or directly around the head.
turbans
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pluralof turban.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The latter wore turbans and robes and spoke Arabic.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
The heavily armed jihadists, who dress in camouflage and wear vibrant turbans, have lived in camps in Tangaza, a remote area of Sokoto state near the border with Niger, for several years.
From BBC ● Dec. 28, 2025
The more devout Sikhs sport turbans and beards as symbols of their faith, which is neither Hindu nor Muslim.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 1, 2025
“I want other Sikhs to know that their turbans, beards and other articles of faith don’t have to be an obstacle to any career, including one like mine,” he said.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 11, 2023
Their black turbans covered their faces, except for their eyes.
From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri
