Subscriber login


Forgot your password?

Library card login

Other

babushka

Definition of babushka

noun

  • (in Russia) an old woman or grandmother.
  • North American a headscarf tied under the chin, typical of those traditionally worn by Russian women.

Origin:

Russian, 'grandmother'

babushka in other Oxford dictionaries

Definition of babushka in the US English dictionary
  |  Cite
Oxford Dictionaries Pro

For Oxford's best resources for writers, plus thesaurus, audio, and 1.9m examples.

Shop for an Oxford dictionary

Find the perfect Oxford dictionary for you in our online shop.
SHOP NOW ►

Word of the day

cur

/ kəː /
noun
an aggressive or unkempt dog …