celure

/səˈluːər/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of female hairpiece, typically worn by women in the 18th century.

“The queen’s celure was a masterpiece of 18th-century fashion.”

2. verb

To remove the top or outer layer of something, especially a fruit or vegetable.

“The gardener celured the tomatoes to encourage ripening.”

Synonyms

  • hairpiece
  • headpiece

Antonyms

  • add
  • append