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DictionarycoifClose-fitting cap
noun

coif

KWAF/kwˈɑf/

A close-fitting cap or head covering.

The linen coif fits closely around her head.

A close portrait of an adult wearing a plain close-fitting linen cap that encloses the crown and sides of the head, tied unobtrusively under the chin.
Etymology
coifLatincap, hood

A coifa was a cap or hood. The related verb moved from covering the head with a cap to arranging its hair, linking the head-covering and hairstyle senses.

In context

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today i'm going to talk about this french headpiece and the big idea behind it is to show you how not to get scared when you get your package with this french coif
"Townswoman" Linen Cap and How to Wear It

More examples

  • A linen coif keeps his hair tucked beneath the helmet.
  • She ties the coif securely under her chin.
  • The costume shop sells coifs in several sizes.

Forms

coif · coifs

Similar words

cap
A broader term for headwear, sometimes with a brim.
skullcap
A small, close-fitting cap covering only the top of the head.
hood
Usually covers the neck too and may attach to clothing.