beret

[buh-rey]

noun

1. a soft, visorless cap with a close-fitting headband and a wide, round top often with a tab at its center.

beret

/ ˈbɛreɪ /

noun

1. a round close-fitting brimless cap of soft wool material or felt

Word History and Origins

Origin of beret¹

1820–30; < French < Gascon berret, OPr. ber ( r ) et. See biretta

Word History and Origins

Origin of beret¹

C19: from French béret , from Old Provençal berret , from Medieval Latin birrettum cap; see _biretta

Example Sentences

Another showed a military-style beret with a logo referring to a Jalisco commander nicknamed “El Yogurt,” reputed to lead an armed cell that includes Colombians.

From Los Angeles Times

It was Wonder, shuffling out from the wings wearing his signature shades and beret to join his old friend for — well, for what?

From Los Angeles Times

A retired colonel from his old regiment made an emotional presentation of a new beret with a replacement cap badge, as Mr Rose's original had been lost.

From BBC

On the field, she paid homage to Michael Jackson with a military-style bandolier, but also evoked Black Power symbolism through berets, afros, and raised-fist salutes.

From Salon

Mexican filmmaker Camila Aurora has released a short parody of “Emilia Pérez” that mocks all things French, from baguettes and berets to wine and thin mustaches.

From Los Angeles Times