cravat
UK: krəˈvæt | US: krəˈvæt
n. a short, wide piece of fabric worn around the neck, typically by men, tied in a loose knot.
cravat = Crav<Croats> + at<suffix>
- Crav<Croats>: Derived from "Cravate," the French word for "Croatian."
- at<suffix>: A nominal suffix forming the word in English.
Etymology Origin:
The word "cravat" originates from the French cravate, which referred to a scarf worn by Croatian mercenaries in the 17th century. These soldiers, known for their distinctive neckwear, served in the French army, and their style was adopted by Parisian fashion. Over time, cravate evolved into "cravat" in English, generalizing to describe any decorative neckcloth. The term highlights how military attire influenced civilian fashion.
He adjusted his silk cravat before the formal dinner.
The vintage portrait showed a gentleman wearing an elaborate cravat.
Modern cravats are often worn at weddings for a classic touch.
She gifted him a hand-embroidered cravat for his graduation.
The actor’s cravat added a dash of old-world charm to his costume.