Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
benbow
noun
/ˈbɛnboʊ/
Definition
A term often used as a colloquial or informal term referring to a kind of handkerchief used to protect one from the sun or to wipe one’s brow.
Examples
- He wore his benbow around his neck to shield himself from the sun.
- During the picnic, everyone had their own benbow to keep cool.
- She wiped her face with a benbow after the long walk.
Meaning
Typically associated with a light, informal cloth, the term ‘benbow’ can also connote a relaxed or easygoing attitude.
Synonyms
- handkerchief
- cloth
- kerchief
- scarf
