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Meaning of the word shawl in English

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shawl

US /ʃɑːl/

UK /ʃɔːl/

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Noun

a piece of fabric worn by women over the shoulders or head or wrapped around the body

Example:

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She wrapped a warm shawl around her shoulders.

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The bride wore a delicate lace shawl.

Synonym:

wrap stole mantle scarf cape

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