Definition

An item worn on the head for protection, decoration, or as part of a costume.

Example

She wore a beautiful headpiece made of flowers at the wedding.

Conversation

Did you see that cool headpiece at the festival yesterday?

Yeah, it was so flashy and unique!

I wonder how they designed that headpiece to look so good.

It definitely stood out among all the other outfits!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Headpiece is formed from "head" (from Old English "heafod", meaning the upper part of the body or the leader) and "piece" (from Old French "piece", meaning a part or fragment). The word "headpiece" refers to a part that is worn on the head, often as an ornament or protective gear.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'head' as the upper part of the body and 'piece' as a part of something — a headpiece is a part that goes on the head.

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