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n. - A square scarf that is folded into a triangle and worn over the head or about the neck.

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Usage examples (30)
  • He loosened the red kerchief tied around his neck.
  • Good luck with everything this week – and the kerchief is adorable
  • 82This shaking the kerchief is a signal to disperse and the action suggests its meaning.
  • To prevent such a calamity, the kerchief is worn hooded over the eyes, so as to exclude unholy sights.
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