Kaffiyeh (Noun)
Meaning
An Arab headdress consisting of a square piece of cloth folded into a triangle and fastened over the crown by an agal.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The traditional Arab kaffiyeh was worn by the Bedouin tribes to protect themselves from the harsh desert sun.
- He carefully wrapped the kaffiyeh around his head, making sure the agal was securely in place.
- The kaffiyeh was a symbol of Palestinian identity and was often worn by men as a sign of solidarity.
- As he walked through the market, the vendor adjusted his kaffiyeh to shield his face from the dust.
- The kaffiyeh was a practical piece of clothing that also served as a fashion statement in many Arab countries.