hijab

English - Turkish

Definition of hijab in English Turkish dictionary

başörtüsü

Mary asla başörtüsü olmadan evi terk etmez. - Mary never leaves the house without her hijab.

English - English

Definition of hijab in English English dictionary

the practice, when beyond the age of puberty, of dressing modestly (especially for women)

the hajib headscarf

Islamic clothing worn by women to protect their modesty How much hijab covers is often a matter for local customs

{i} headscarf worn by Muslim women to cover their hair; custom in Muslim societies of women to dress decently outdoors

a headscarf worn by Muslim women; conceals the hair and neck and usually has a face veil that covers the face

The required Islamic dress code for Women

the custom in some Islamic societies of women dressing modestly outside the home; "she observes the hijab and does not wear tight clothing"

M headscarf

Etymology

() From Arabic حجب (ħájaba, 'to veil,' 'to cover,' 'to screen').