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Vocabulary Entry
wimple
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A wimple is a woman's head covering, typically shaped like a hood, that is worn over the head and neck.
Example Sentences
"The nun wore a wimple as part of her religious attire."
"In historical paintings, many women are depicted wearing a wimple."
"The bride's wimple was a traditional touch to her wedding dress."
V
verb
To wimple means to cover or wrap around, or to flow in a gentle, rippling manner.
Example Sentences
"The stream wimpled over the rocks as it flowed downhill."
"She wimpled the fabric around her shoulders for warmth."
"The artist captured the wimpling movement of the water in his painting."