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

While some will be lucky enough to don their fancy hats or fascinators and attend, many others will be gathering at homes and bars for viewing parties – and that demands cocktails in honor of the occasion. —Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025

Starting in the 1960s when the event began being televised, hats and fascinators took center stage as the unofficial accessory of the race and a way to show off the creativity and care that goes into your Derby outfit. —Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2025

The fascinator and the spaghetti strap bring their own version of warmth. —Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025

The president's oldest daughter, Ivanka Trump, sported an emerald green Dior skirt suit with a matching fascinator to the inauguration. —Tracy Wright, Fox News, 25 Jan. 2025

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