Fez: meaning, definitions and examples

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fez

 

[ fษ›z ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

headwear

A fez is a type of flat-topped, conical hat that is typically made of felt or fabric. It is often red or contains a tassel and has roots in the Ottoman Empire. Traditionally worn by men, its design has historical significance and is associated with various cultural practices. The fez is also worn in ceremonial contexts and by certain organizations. In modern times, it has become a symbol of exoticism or nostalgia for the bygone eras of the Ottoman and colonial periods.

Synonyms

cap, hat

Examples of usage

  • He wore a fez during the festival.
  • The man served tea while donning a traditional fez.
  • They are known for their vibrant fezes at the parade.

Translations

Translations of the word "fez" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fez

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅ‡เคœเคผ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fez

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ fez

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะตะท

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ fez

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚งใ‚บ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fez

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fez

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท fez

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŽ˜์ฆˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุงุฒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fez

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ fez

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ดนๅ…น

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ fez

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fez

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะตะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒ”แƒ–แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fez

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fez

Etymology

The word 'fez' comes from the name of the city of Fez in Morocco, renowned for its production of these hats. The style has its origins in the 19th century when it was popularized within the Ottoman Empire, which had a significant influence over the fashion of the time. The fez is believed to derive from the โ€˜tarbooshโ€™, another traditional hat, although its flat design and tassel make it distinct. The usage of the fez spread beyond the Ottoman territories during colonial expansions and became a part of various cultural identities. Today, the fez remains a cultural icon, symbolizing both a rich heritage and the complexities of cultural appropriation and representation.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,315 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.