Definition of do-ragnext
as in handkerchief
a scarf worn on the head he wore a do-rag while working out at the gym

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Recent Examples of do-rag So Lee began covering his head with hats and do-rags. Lily Hautau, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026 Police described the attacker as a man between the ages of 26 and 30, last seen wearing a black puffy jacket, a gray hooded sweatshirt, black sweatpants, and a black do-rag. Adam Harrington, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026 Before the games, James eased his way to the interview podium with a giant water jug in his hand and a do-rag covering his hair, the last of the All-Stars to speak with the media. Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 15 Feb. 2026 Bad Bunny arrived on the Super Bowl stage wearing a silver trenchcoat and a matching do-rag. Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for do-rag
Recent Examples of Synonyms for do-rag
Noun
  • This whimsical option has a handkerchief hemline, which gives it a ton of fun movement and a stunning silhouette.
    Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026
  • Her matching handkerchief halter top featured similar ties along her neck and lower back.
    Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 25 July 2026
Noun
  • The $10 pack comes with five bandanas, each of which have stretchy elastic at their base for easy wear.
    Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 20 July 2026
  • Kardashian looked outdoorsy in a red bandana and T-shirt and gray hoodie, in a shot with son Psalm and a smiley selfie with daughter Chicago and Hamilton.
    Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 14 July 2026

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“Do-rag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/do-rag. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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