Definition

A large piece of cloth, often colorful, that is worn around the head or neck, or used for various purposes like a handkerchief or sweatband.

Example

She wore a bright red bandana to keep the sun out of her eyes while hiking.

Conversation

I saw this really cool bandana at the market yesterday.

That sounds interesting! What color was it?

It was a vibrant blue with some awesome patterns.

Nice! I think a bandana would look great on you.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bandana → The word 'bandana' originates from the Hindi word 'bandhna', meaning to tie or bind. It refers to a piece of cloth that is tied around the head or neck.

Memory Tip

Think of the Hindi word 'bandhna', which means to tie, to remember that a bandana is a piece of cloth tied around the head or neck.

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