headdress

[hed-dres]

noun

1. a covering or decoration for the head: heads.

   a tribal headdress of feathers.

2. a style or manner of arranging the hair.

headdress

/ ˈhɛdˌdrɛs /

noun

1. any head covering, esp an ornate one or one denoting a rank or occupation

Word History and Origins

Origin of headdress¹

First recorded in 1695–1705; head + dress

Example Sentences

Later appraisals adduced that the enigmatic piece was an apron, a garment or a military banner, before analysts in 20th century Vienna agreed: It was a headdress.

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They were wearing traditional headdresses, face paint and ornaments, in among the flowers and trees of Highgrove.

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The giant rainbow-colored headdress sitting atop a bison beckoned generations of Angelenos and other drivers heading into Nevada on the 15 Freeway.

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The figure resembles a yakshi - a powerful primordial nature spirit that can bestow both "abundance and fertility, as well as death and disease" - recognisable through her floral headdress, jewellery and full figure.

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Among the parliamentarians were many representatives of First Nations communities, dressed in traditional outfits and spectacular headdresses.

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Related Words

• hat 
• helmet 
• tiara 
• turban