COIF

Coif

A coif is a close fitting cap that covers the top, back, and sides of the head. Coifs date from the 13th century, but fell out of popularity with men in the 14th century. Coifs were worn by all classes in England and Scotland from the Middle Ages to the early seventeenth century .

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coif

Noun

  1. A hairdo
  2. A hood; a close-fitting cap covering much of the head, widespread until XVIII century; after that worn only by small children and countrywomen
  3. An item of chain mail headgear
  4. An official headdress, such as that worn by certain judges in England.

Verb

  1. To style or arrange hair.


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