burkha

/ˈbɜːrˌkə/ or /ˈbərˌkɑː/

Definitions

1. noun

A long piece of cloth that covers the head and body, especially worn by women in some Muslim countries as a form of modest dress.

“The woman wore a burkha to the mosque as a sign of respect.”

Synonyms

  • headscarf
  • veil

Antonyms

  • exposed
  • unveiled