cravat

Meanings

• noun

  A long, narrow piece of fabric worn around the neck, typically tied in a knot or bow.

  - "He wore a cravat with his formal attire."
  - "The cravat is an essential accessory for a tuxedo."
  - "The cravat originated in Croatia as a military necktie."

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with cravat
grave , rave , cave , wave

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Variants

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cravat , cravats

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Etymology

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The word 'cravat' comes from the Croatian word 'kravata', which means 'shirt' or 'tunic'. It was adopted by the French military in the 16th century and became a fashion accessory for men.

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded use of the word 'cravat' in English was in 1592.

2. The cravat was popularized in France by King Henry IV in the 16th century.

3. The cravat was originally worn as a military accessory to keep the collar of the shirt from irritating the neck during long hours of riding.

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Related Concepts

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1. necktie: A type of fabric worn around the neck, similar to a cravat, but with a wider range of styles and designs.

2. ascot: A type of necktie with a long, loose end that is wrapped around the neck and secured with a clip or pin.

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Culture

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The cravat is an essential part of formal attire, particularly for men. It has been worn for centuries and has been depicted in art, literature, and music. In literature, the cravat has been used as a symbol of wealth and status. In music, there are songs that reference the cravat, such as 'The Cravat Song' by Fred Astaire.

How to Memorize "cravat"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize the word 'cravat', visualize a long, narrow piece of fabric tied around a man's neck.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'cravat' with the formal attire that it is often worn with.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'C-R-A-V-A-T' to remember the spelling of the word.

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