turban

noun

tur·ban ˈtər-bən

: a headdress worn chiefly in countries of the eastern Mediterranean and southern Asia consisting of a long cloth that is wrapped around a cap (as by Muslims) or directly around the head (as by Sikhs and Hindus)

: a headdress resembling a turban

specifically : a woman's close-fitting hat without a brim

: a rolled stuffed fillet of fish

turban of sole

turbaned

ˈtər-bənd

adjective

or turbanned

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Nasrallah, who often invoked both God and guns with a distinctive lisp, wore a black turban signifying his descent from the Prophet Muhammad. —

Robin Wright, The New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2024 The turban is 100% mulberry silk and works wonders on any hair type or texture. —

Sarah Han, Allure, 23 Sep. 2024 Staff in chic Sabyasachi turbans served abundant hors d'oeuvres, caviar, and Dom Perignon champagne, all gloriously enjoyed by guests in attendance. —

Zachary Schwartz, Vogue, 10 Sep. 2024 Yang tells me about his favorite Sonny Angel: Snake, who has an albino serpent coiled on his head like a turban. —

Alex Abad-Santos, Vox, 8 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for turban