Definition

A piece of cloth that is wrapped around the top of a hat or helmet, especially a pith helmet, and hangs down to provide shade for the neck.

Example

He wore a puggry to protect his neck from the sun while hiking.

Conversation

Have you ever seen someone wear a puggry with their hat?

Yeah, it looks really stylish and practical!

I think it adds a nice touch, especially during summer.

Definitely! It helps protect the neck from the sun too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Puggry → The word 'puggry' originates from the Hindi word 'pagri', meaning a turban or headscarf. It refers to a light scarf or turban worn around the head, especially in India.

Memory Tip

Imagine a light scarf or turban ('pagri') that you wrap around your head — that's what a puggry is.

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