wimple (Meaning)
wimple (n)
headdress of cloth; worn over the head and around the neck and ears by medieval women
wimple (n.)
A covering of silk, linen, or other material, for the neck and chin, formerly worn by women as an outdoor protection, and still retained in the dress of nuns.
A flag or streamer.
wimple (v. t.)
To clothe with a wimple; to cover, as with a veil; hence, to hoodwink.
To draw down, as a veil; to lay in folds or plaits, as a veil.
To cause to appear as if laid in folds or plaits; to cause to ripple or undulate; as, the wind wimples the surface of water.
wimple (v. i.)
To lie in folds; also, to appear as if laid in folds or plaits; to ripple; to undulate.
Synonyms & Antonyms of wimple
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wimple Sentence Examples
- The medieval nun adorned herself with a delicate white wimple that framed her serene face.
- The wimple, a symbol of simplicity and modesty, covered the sisters' heads and necks.
- The wind carried the fabric of the wimple, revealing a glimpse of the woman's dark curls beneath.
- The black wimple of the pilgrim served as a constant reminder of her solemn journey.
- The artist depicted the Madonna with a blue wimple, symbolizing her celestial purity.
- The wimple concealed the woman's identity, allowing her to move through the crowd unnoticed.
- The elderly woman clutched her wimple tightly, a comforting reminder of her youth.
- The child's playful antics caused her wimple to become askew, adding a touch of mischief to the scene.
- The fashion-forward wimple, a modern take on the medieval accessory, became a popular trend among young women.
- The historian pored over ancient texts, seeking references to the significance of the wimple in monastic life.
FAQs About the word wimple
headdress of cloth; worn over the head and around the neck and ears by medieval womenA covering of silk, linen, or other material, for the neck and chin, former
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The medieval nun adorned herself with a delicate white wimple that framed her serene face.
The wimple, a symbol of simplicity and modesty, covered the sisters' heads and necks.
The wind carried the fabric of the wimple, revealing a glimpse of the woman's dark curls beneath.
The black wimple of the pilgrim served as a constant reminder of her solemn journey.
