birretta

/bɪˈrɛtə, ˈbɪrɪtə/ or /bɪˈrɛtə/ (UK) and /bɪˈrɛtə, ˈbɪrɪtə/ (US)

Definitions

1. noun

a small, close-fitting cap, typically worn by Catholic priests or bishops

“The bishop wore a traditional birretta during the ceremony.”

Synonyms

  • cap
  • mitre

Antonyms

  • barehead
  • scalp