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fichu

 

[ ˈfiʃu ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

clothing accessory

A fichu is a lightweight shawl or scarf, often made of lace, which is worn around the shoulders and neck, typically by women. It serves both a decorative and functional purpose, providing a modesty layer over the décolletage area of a dress or blouse.

Synonyms

scarf, shawl, wrap

Examples of usage

  • She wore a delicate fichu over her evening gown.
  • The fichu added an elegant touch to her outfit.
  • In colder weather, she draped the fichu around her shoulders.
  • The vintage fichu was a perfect accessory for the retro-themed party.

Translations

Translations of the word "fichu" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fichu

🇮🇳 फिचु

🇩🇪 Fichu

🇮🇩 fichu

🇺🇦 фічу

🇵🇱 fichu

🇯🇵 フィチュ

🇫🇷 fichu

🇪🇸 fichu

🇹🇷 fichu

🇰🇷 피추

🇸🇦 فيتشو

🇨🇿 fichu

🇸🇰 fichu

🇨🇳 披肩

🇸🇮 fichu

🇮🇸 fichu

🇰🇿 фичу

🇬🇪 ფიჩუ

🇦🇿 fichu

🇲🇽 fichu

Etymology

The word 'fichu' originates from the French language, derived from 'ficher', which means 'to fasten' or 'to attach'. It first appeared in English around the late 17th century, during a period when French fashion heavily influenced English clothing styles. Fichus were popular in the 18th and early 19th centuries, often knitted or made from lace and embroidered fabrics. They were a symbol of modesty and femininity, typical of the clothing norms of that era. Over time, the fichu has seen a decline in everyday use, becoming more of a historical or vintage accessory associated with specific outfits or occasions.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,932, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.