do-rag

English

noun
Definitions
  • A piece of cloth used to cover the head.

Etymology

Compound from English do (hairdo) + English rag (referring to the ragged leaves, piece of old cloth, university students society run for charitable fundraising).

Origin

English

rag

Gloss

referring to the ragged leaves, piece of old cloth, university students society run for charitable fundraising

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