shawl

Meaning

Noun

1. A square or rectangular piece of cloth worn as a covering for the head, neck, and shoulders, typically by women.
2. A fold of wrinkled flesh under the lips and neck of a bloodhound, used in scenting.

Verb

To wrap in a shawl.

Concepts

shawl

scarf

kerchief

blanket

cape

headscarf

poncho

stole

muffler

wrap

quilt

cloak

veil

robe

handkerchief

shirt

big scarf

tucker

bedspread

counterpane

coverlet

colorful

manta

slabber

slobber

tippet

travelling rug

mantel

overdress

cloth

dress

headdress

rebozo

cover

mantle

headcloth

bandanna

hankey

hankie

hanky

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ʃɔːl/

Etymology

From Hindi शाल (śāl) and Urdu شال (śāl), from Persian شال (šâl).