coifed

Meanings

• Verb

  To style or arrange (the hair) in a particular way, especially by dressing it with a coif or other head covering.

  - "She coifed her long hair before the wedding ceremony."
  - "The ancient Romans coifed their hair with woolen wigs."

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Variants

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coif , coifed , coiffed , coiffing , coifing , coifs

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to cover the head' or 'to wear a coif'. The Old French word 'coiffer' meant 'to cover the head' and is derived from the Latin word 'caput', meaning 'head'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'coif' is also used to describe a type of helmet, particularly one worn by medieval knights.

2. In some cultures, it is still common practice for women to wear a coif or other head covering as a sign of respect or modesty.

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Related Concepts

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1. Coif: A close-fitting head covering, typically made of linen or wool, that was worn in medieval Europe.

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Culture

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In historical contexts, coifing was a common practice among both men and women. It was often done as a sign of respect or as part of a formal attire. In literature, coifed hair is often described as a symbol of beauty or status.

How to Memorize "coifed"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the process of styling and arranging hair, imagine yourself in front of a mirror with a brush and comb.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'coifed' with the image of someone with well-groomed hair, perhaps wearing a historical costume.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'coifed' is a verb that means 'to style or arrange (hair) in a particular way'.

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