puggaree

noun pug·ga·ree \ˈpə-g(ə-)rē\

Definition of PUGGAREE

: a light scarf wrapped around a sun helmet or used as a hatband

pug·ga·ree also pug·a·ree or pug·gree \ˈpə-g(ə-)rē\

Hindi & Urdu pagṛī turban

First Known Use: 1665

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