gunyeh

/ˈɡʌni/ or /ˈɡuːni/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of traditional Australian Aboriginal ceremonial headdress, often worn by women during ceremonies

“The elder woman carefully placed the intricate gunyeh on her head, ready to participate in the coming initiation ceremony.”

Synonyms

  • crown
  • headdress
  • headpiece

Antonyms

  • base
  • foundation