headscarf

British  

/ ˈhɛdˌskɑːf /

noun

1. a scarf for the head, often worn tied under the chin

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Example Sentences

Each was wearing a keffiyeh, a traditional Middle Eastern headscarf, in the dock, as were a number of supporters in the public gallery.

From BBC

The title character and occasional commentator, played as a gloomy babushka in a red headscarf by David Turner, foresees little hope for a glorious future.

From The Wall Street Journal

Some post photos of themselves in traditional Saudi dress: for men a thobe and headdress, for women an abaya and headscarf.

From The Wall Street Journal

She was there, in her chef’s jacket and headscarf and the funny chef’s hat she called a toque.

From Literature

She fiddled with her white headscarf, dimples creasing and front teeth protruding as she giggled and launched seamlessly back into song, arms upheld, motioning us to join in.

From Literature