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turban

/ˈtɜː(ɹ)bən/
B1 · Intermediate★★☆☆☆
noun

Simple Meaning

a long piece of cloth that is wrapped around the head, worn by some people for religious or cultural reasons.

When to Use

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Intermediate — can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

He wears a turban as part of his Sikh faith.

That woman's turban matches her dress perfectly.

Learning Path

Full Definition

A man's headdress made by winding a length of cloth round the head.

Related Words

Synonyms:
headwraphead covering
Word Family:
turbans