kaffiyeh
nounHow many syllables in kaffiyeh?
There are 3 syllables in the word kaffiyeh.How to pronounce kaffiyeh:
Definition of kaffiyeh:
- kaffiyeh (noun):
- clothing for the head.
- an arab headdress consisting of a square of cloth folded to form a triangle and held on by a cord
Synonyms for kaffiyeh:
article of clothing
cap
chapeau
clothing
habiliment
hat
headgear
helmet
hood
jeweled headdress
jewelled headdress
lid
miter
mitre
topknot
turban
vesture
wear
wearable
wimple
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