Dictionary
1wimple
noun wim·ple \ˈwim-pəl\
: a cloth worn over the head and around the neck and chin by women in past times and by some nuns today
Full Definition of WIMPLE
1
: a cloth covering worn over the head and around the neck and chin especially by women in the late medieval period and by some nuns
See wimple defined for English-language learners
See wimple defined for kids
ADVERTISEMENT
Illustration of WIMPLE
Origin of WIMPLE
Middle English wimpel, from Old English; perhaps akin to Old English wīpian to wipe
First Known Use: before 12th century
2wimple
verb
wim·pledwim·pling \-p(ə-)liŋ\
Definition of WIMPLE
transitive verb
1
: to cover with or as if with a wimple : veil
2
: to cause to ripple
intransitive verb
1
archaic : to fall or lie in folds
2
chiefly Scottish : to follow a winding course : meander
3
: ripple
First Known Use of WIMPLE
13th century
Learn More About WIMPLE
Browse
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up wimple? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).