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.

Synonyms

scarf

🧣

kerchief

blanket

headscarf

cape

muffler

poncho

stole

wrap

quilt

cloak

veil

handkerchief

robe

mantle

overdress

shirt

👕

slobber

tippet

tucker

headcloth

rebozo

slabber

hankey

big scarf

travelling rug

bandanna

bedspread

cloth

colorful

counterpane

cover

coverlet

dress

👗

hankie

hanky

headdress

manta

mantel

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ʃɔːl/

Etymology

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