noun
- Plural of bashlyk; a long, pointed hood or head covering worn in Russia and the Caucasus, often with a scarf-like extension that can be wrapped around the neck and shoulders.
Usage: historical; cultural; often capitalized when referring to the traditional garment
Examples
- The museum displayed several bashlyks from the 19th century.
- Cossack soldiers wore bashlyks to protect themselves from harsh winter weather.
- Traditional bashlyks were made from wool or felt.
- The bashlyks in the collection showed regional variations in design and decoration.