headdress

[ hed-dres ]

noun

1. a covering or decoration for the head: heads:

   a tribal headdress of feathers.

2. a style or manner of arranging the hair.

headdress

/ ˈhɛdˌdrɛs /

noun

1. any head covering, esp an ornate one or one denoting a rank or occupation

Word History and Origins

Origin of headdress¹

First recorded in 1695–1705; head + dress

Example Sentences

Later, when Sarah Sherman expresses sadness for not having a Jan. 6 repeat, Jost appears regretful by her side while wearing a horned headdress, a la the QAnon Shaman.

From Salon

The feathered headdress once worn by Aztec emperor Moctezuma II resides in Vienna.

From Los Angeles Times

When on tour, she's required to change her outfit mid-show seven or eight times a night, navigating her way into corsets and sequins and feathered headdresses as a clock ticks down to the next song.

From BBC

In the hours before the final, Pan Wenge’s silver headdress jingles and jangles as she speaks enthusiastically, preparing to cheer on Dongmen village.

From BBC

The tribesmen have exaggerated features like broad noses and large feathered headdresses.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• hat
• helmet
• tiara
• turban