fascinator

[ fas-uh-ney-ter ]

noun

1. a person or thing that fascinates.
2. a scarf of crochet work, lace, or the like, narrowing toward the ends, worn as a head covering by women.

fascinator

/ ˈfæsɪˌneɪtə /

noun

1. a lightweight, decorative head covering worn by women on formal occasions

Word History and Origins

Origin of fascinator¹

From Late Latin, dating back to 1740–50; fascinate, -tor

Example Sentences

On their heads were icy bobs with white veils attached to the top by a gold fascinator.

From The Daily Beast

The boss unbent to a surprising degree, Mrs. Stockbridge was most cordial, and the daughter proved to be a fascinator.

From Project Gutenberg

Margaret threw her pretty pink fascinator round Hanny's shoulders.

From Project Gutenberg

She sat on the edge of her chair, with her hands deep in its pockets, her black knit "fascinator" fallen back from her hair.

From Project Gutenberg

The jettatore di bambini (fascinator of children) is the most dreaded of all.

From Project Gutenberg

He saw the gay fascinator coming about his house; but he was too proud and dignified to interfere.

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