1
: a woman's small hat without a brim made in any of various soft close-fitting shapes
2
: tuque
3
: a tall brimless hat worn by a chef

called also toque blanche

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She’s outfitted in chef’s whites with her name and a spray of delicate flowers embroidered on her toque. Kendra Nordin Beato, Christian Science Monitor, 26 Mar. 2025 The four-piece Canada Goose x Giants of Africa collection includes an insulated bomber jacket, a hoodie, cargo pants, and an Arctic toque, each designed with unique details inspired by the organization’s mission and the basketball courts built in Kenya. Essence, 3 Feb. 2025 Looking at the sizing options Although some may come in a range of sizes, most beanies, toques, and other similar winter styles are marketed as one-size-fits-all. Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2025 Kelce also made a fashion statement upon his arrival to the game, sporting a full Thom Browne look consisting of a suit, toque and tie lined with the designer’s trademark stripes. Hannah Malach, WWD, 27 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for toque

Word History

Etymology

Middle French, soft hat with a narrow brim worn especially in the 16th century, from Old Spanish toca headdress

First Known Use

1505, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of toque was in 1505

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“Toque.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toque. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

toque

noun
: a woman's small hat usually without a brim

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