noun
- a large square scarf, typically made of cotton or wool, worn as a head covering in Arab countries, often held in place by a cord or band
Usage: also spelled keffiyah, kaffiyeh, or ghutra; traditional garment in Middle Eastern and North African cultures
Examples
- He wore a red and white keffiyeh draped over his shoulders.
- The keffiyeh is an iconic symbol of Palestinian culture.
- She adjusted her keffiyeh to shield her face from the desert sun.
- Traditional keffiyehs are often patterned with geometric designs.
- The merchant sold colorful keffiyehs at the market.
- He wrapped the keffiyeh around his head and secured it with an agal.