scarf

³scarf

noun

plural scarves\ˈskärvz\ or scarfs

Definition of SCARF

1

a : a military or official sash usually indicative of rank b archaic : tippet 3

2

: a broad band of cloth worn about the shoulders, around the neck, or over the head

3

: runner 6b

Illustration of SCARF

Origin of SCARF

probably modification of Middle French dialect (Norman) escreppe, Middle French escherpe sash, sling, from Old French, pilgrim's shoulder bag, from Medieval Latin scrippum

First Known Use: 1555

Other Clothing Terms

babushka, brogue, bumbershoot, cravat, dishabille, furbelow, layette, raiment, spectator