Meaning & use
Bandana
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A large, often colorfully patterned handkerchief or square of cloth, worn on the head or around the neck.
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He tied a red bandana around his neck to keep the dust off during the ride.
The dog wore a tiny bandana at the pet parade.
A note on using this word
The word comes from the Hindi "bandhnu," referring to a tie-dyeing technique used to pattern the cloth.
Words with a similar meaning
kerchiefheadscarf
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