Coiffes

/kwɑːfs/ noun

Definition

Plural of coiffe; multiple close-fitting caps or head coverings, or referring to multiple hairstyles.

Etymology

French plural of 'coiffe' following French and English pluralization conventions.

Kelly Says

Historical museums display collections of coiffes to show how women's fashion evolved—from practical medieval caps to elaborate Baroque styling that took servants hours to create.

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