fascinator

noun

fas·​ci·​na·​tor ˈfa-sə-ˌnā-tər How to pronounce fascinator (audio)
1
: one that fascinates
2
: a woman's lightweight head scarf usually of crochet or lace

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Either way, there’s plenty of room to make this elegant tradition your own (no gloves or fascinators required). Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2025 When Sheeran plays multiple guests at a wedding, wearing formal dresses, fascinators, and yes, even a full-on white wedding dress. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2025 After the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle reported that the Secret Service was investigating the fake bills, the woman in the fascinator wasn’t spotted for weeks. Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 14 July 2025 The Princess of Wales was chic in a turquoise Catherine Walker coat dress which featured striking white collar detailing, and a matching fascinator. Isaac Bickerstaff, Glamour, 14 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for fascinator

Word History

First Known Use

1677, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of fascinator was in 1677

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“Fascinator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fascinator. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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