beret

noun

be·​ret bə-ˈrā How to pronounce beret (audio)
: a visorless usually woolen cap with a tight headband and a soft full flat top

Examples of beret in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Purchases come with a red beret gift with purchase to complete your look. Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Oct. 2024 In the past, wearing certain clothing—a beret or white pantsuit, for example—not only symbolized certain ideals but fostered a sense of belonging and solidarity. Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 17 Sep. 2024 The singer and actress channeled 1960s fashion trends in a velvet Dior square-neck midi dress with subtle puff sleeves, accessorizing with a netted beret. Hannah Malach, WWD, 4 Sep. 2024 What to Pack for a Day at Disney, According to Disney Adults Minnie, meanwhile, sports an orange plaid circle skirt — her signature silhouette — topped with a pumpkin motif sweater with big, baggy sleeves and a coordinating beret with a velvet bow (very demure). Mackenzie Schmidt, Peoplemag, 3 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for beret 

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Word History

Etymology

French béret, from Gascon berret, from Old Occitan, cap — more at biretta

First Known Use

1826, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of beret was in 1826

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Cite this Entry

“Beret.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beret. Accessed 28 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

beret

noun
be·​ret bə-ˈrā How to pronounce beret (audio)
: a soft flat wool cap without a visor

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