fascinator

noun

fas·​ci·​na·​tor ˈfa-sə-ˌnā-tər 

1

: one that fascinates

2

: a woman's lightweight head scarf usually of crochet or lace

Examples of fascinator in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noel also praises Liam’s fashionable cool (Stone Island parka, big sunglasses, tambourine as a fascinator) and how much his frontman persona resonated with fans worldwide. — Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 10 Sep. 2026

The princess accessorized with a matching hot pink fascinator covered in tiny bows, as well as a pair of white elbow-length fingerless gloves. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 23 July 2026

At the 2022 National Service for Thanksgiving, Kate brought the sunshine in a yellow Emilia Wickstead dress and a matching fascinator by Philip Treacy. — Zoe Kaplan, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026

Her golden locks were styled into a dramatic interplay of braids and twists, pinned low on one side to make room for her fascinator. — Laura Scafati, Vanity Fair, 20 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1677, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for fascinator

• activator
• actuator
• agitator
• alligator
• allocator
• alternator
• animator
• annotator
• applicator
• arbitrator
• aspirator
• aviator