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beret

Syllabification: (be·ret)
Pronunciation: /bəˈrā/

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Definition of beret

noun

  • a round flattish cap of felt or cloth.

Origin:

early 19th century: from French béret 'Basque cap', from Old Provençal berret, based on late Latin birrus 'hooded cape'. Compare with biretta

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