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kerchief

Syllabification: (ker·chief)
Pronunciation: /ˈkərCHəf, -ˌCHēf/

Definition of kerchief

noun

  • a piece of fabric used to cover the head, or worn tied around the neck.
  • a handkerchief.

Derivatives

kerchiefed

adjective

Origin:

Middle English kerchef, from Old French cuevrechief, from couvrir 'to cover' + chief 'head'

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Definition of kerchief in the British & World English dictionary

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