kerchief

kerchief

noun

Definition of KERCHIEF

1

a scarf worn on the head <tied the kerchief around her head to keep her hair out of her face>

Synonyms babushka, do-rag, handkerchief, kerchief, madras, mantilla

Related Words shawl; hankie (or hanky)

2

a small, often square piece of material that is used for personal hygiene purposes <dabbed the sweat on his brow with a kerchief>

Synonyms handkerchief, kerchief

Related Words napkin, serviette [chiefly British], tissue, towel; bandanna (or bandana)