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coif

/kwɑf/
Meanings
  • noun

    A type of close-fitting head covering, often with a veil or wimple attached, worn in the Middle Ages and in some modern contexts.

Rhymes
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glove , dove , love
Variants
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coif , coifs , coifed , coiffed , coiffing , coifing
Etymology
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Old French 'cofe' or 'capot' meaning 'head' or 'hood'.

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  1. The word 'coif' is derived from the Old French word 'cofe' or 'capot', meaning 'head' or 'hood'.

  2. In medieval Europe, the coif was often made of linen or wool and was worn daily by both men and women.

  3. The coif was sometimes decorated with embroidery or other embellishments to signify social status or religious affiliation.

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  1. wimple: A long, triangular piece of fabric that was worn around the neck and chin, often in conjunction with a coif.

  2. veil: A piece of fabric that is worn over the head and face to cover the hair, often attached to a coif.

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In medieval Europe, the coif was an essential part of daily life for both men and women. It was worn to protect the head from the elements and to maintain cleanliness. In some cultures, the coif was also a symbol of social status and religious affiliation. In literature, the coif has been mentioned in various works, such as Chaucer's Canterbury Tales and Shakespeare's Henry IV, Part 1.

How to Memorize "coif"

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    - Imagine a close-fitting head covering with a veil or wimple attached.

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  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'coif' starts with the same letter as 'cover' for the head.

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