FICHU

fichu

(noun) a lightweight triangular scarf worn by a woman

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

fichu (plural fichus)

(chiefly, historical) A woman's lightweight triangular scarf worn over the shoulders and tied in front, or tucked into a bodice to cover the exposed part of the neck and chest.

Notes

Source: Wiktionary


Fich"u, n. Etym: [F., neckerchief.]

Definition: A light cape, usually of lace, worn by women, to cover the neck and throat, and extending to the shoulders.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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