wimpleless

/ˈwɪmp.lɪs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Lacking a wimple or wimples; bare-headed or uncovered, especially by women who normally wear veils.

“During the festival, she deliberately chose to be wimpleless and enjoy the sun on her face.”

2. adjective

Without a covering or a headpiece, especially for a woman who normally wears one.

“In the medieval drama, she played the role of a wimpleless nun.”

Synonyms

  • bareheaded
  • unveiled

Antonyms

  • covered
  • veiled