kerchiefs

Meanings

• noun

  A square or triangular piece of fabric worn on the head, usually around the neck, for protection against cold or as a fashion accessory.

  - "She wore a colorful kerchief around her neck."
  - "In the winter, I like to wear a woolen kerchief to keep warm."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with kerchiefs
chief , rief , grief

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Variants

List of all variants of kerchiefs that leads to same result
kerchief , kerchiefed , kerchiefs , kerchieves

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Etymology

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The word 'kerchief' originated from the Old French word 'carcief', meaning 'cloth' or 'tablecloth'. It was later adopted into English in the late 15th century.

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Trivia

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1. A kerchief can be folded into various shapes, such as a triangle or a square.

2. In some cultures, it is considered bad luck to give someone a kerchief as a gift.

3. Kerchiefs were once used as makeshift bandages during wars and battles.

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Related Concepts

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1. scarf: A long, loose-fitting garment worn around the neck and shoulders, typically made of wool or silk.

2. handkerchief: A small square piece of fabric used to wipe the nose, eyes, or other parts of the body.

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Culture

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In various cultures, kerchiefs have been used for different purposes. For instance, in some African cultures, they are used as a symbol of status, while in others, they are used as a head covering or as a decorative accessory. In literature, kerchiefs have been mentioned in works such as Mark Twain's 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' and Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Treasure Island'.

How to Memorize "kerchiefs"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a square piece of fabric that is worn around the neck or head.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'kerchief' with protection against the cold or as a fashion accessory.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'kerchief' starts with the letter 'k' and can be visualized as a square piece of fabric worn around the neck.

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