tignon

/tiˈɡɒn, tiˈɡɔn/

Definitions

1. noun

a traditional hairstyle worn by Creole women of Louisiana, typically characterized by a headscarf or bandana tied in a knot on the crown of the head.

“The tignon was a symbol of Creole culture and resistance against slavery.”

Synonyms

  • bandana
  • headscarf