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Bandana

ban-DAH-nah

A large, colorful scarf or headband.

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Meaning & usage

A bandana is a large, usually colorful piece of cloth that is often worn around the head or neck. It has cultural significance in various regions and is commonly associated with casual or outdoor wear. The term originates from the Hindi word 'bandhna', which means 'to tie'.

In a sentence

He wore a bright red bandana to protect his head from the sun.

As seen in crosswords

Bandana is a 7-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A large, colorful scarf or headband” (7)

Category: Clothing Origin: Hindi

Related words

  • Sari — Draped Indian garment for women, a single length of cloth wrapped around the body.
  • Chappal — A type of open-toed footwear, similar to sandals.
  • Dhoti — Traditional Indian men's garment — a long unstitched cloth wrapped around the waist and legs.
  • Bindi — Decorative mark or jewel worn on the forehead, traditionally by Hindu women.
  • Rumal — A handkerchief or scarf used for various purposes.
  • Bhankas — Useless banter

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