: 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 WebPurchases 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
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