Wimple (Noun)
Meaning
Headdress of cloth; worn over the head and around the neck and ears by medieval women.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The medieval woman adjusted her wimple to ensure it was properly in place before attending the royal court.
- A wimple was a common headdress worn by married women in the Middle Ages as a symbol of modesty.
- The intricate embroidery on the wimple was a testament to the skill of the medieval seamstress who created it.
- In the painting, the queen wore a wimple that framed her face and added to her regal appearance.
- The wimple was a practical garment that protected the woman's hair and neck from the elements while working outdoors.