Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

snood

noun
/snuːd/
Definition
A type of headgear worn to hold hair in place, often resembling a net or bag.
Examples
  • She wore a beautiful snood to keep her hair neat during the party.
  • The old lady knitted a colorful snood to keep her ears warm in winter.
Meaning
Snood can refer to a decorative hairnet or a warm cowl that covers the neck, depending on the context.
Synonyms
  • Hairnet
  • Cowl
  • Headscarf