babushka

/bəˈbuʊʃkə/

Definitions

1. noun

a close female relative, typically a grandmother, especially in Eastern European or Jewish culture.

“She wore a colorful babushka to match her festive holiday outfit.”

2. noun

a type of headscarf or kerchief, typically worn by women in Eastern European or Jewish culture.

“The babushka was intricately embroidered and added a touch of elegance to her outfit.”

Synonyms

  • bubbe
  • grandmother

Antonyms

  • grandfather
  • young woman