Advertisement
Advertisement
calpac
or cal·pack
[ kal-pak ]
noun
- a large black cap of sheepskin or other heavy material, worn by Armenians, Turks, etc.
calpac
/ ˈkælpæk /
noun
- a large black brimless hat made of sheepskin or felt, worn by men in parts of the Near East
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of calpac1
First recorded in 1805–15, calpac is from the Turkish word kalpak
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of calpac1
C16: from Turkish kalpāk
Discover More
Example Sentences
The calpac of the Greek differs from that of the Armenian, by having a hole at the top, out of which peeps a bit of red cloth.
From Project Gutenberg
The calpac is the solid cap or centre part of the head-dress; the shawl is wound round it, and forms the turban.
From Project Gutenberg
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse