beret

noun

be·​ret bə-ˈrā How to pronounce beret (audio)
Synonyms of beretnext
: a visorless usually woolen cap with a tight headband and a soft full flat top

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The actor paired a dark three-piece suit with a cream tie, round glasses and a cream beret that gave the entire look a retro European twist. Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026 Pairing a trademark blue beret with his thick European accent, Grgich dazzled Napa Valley visitors. Mark Dent, HubSpot, 15 May 2026 That blogger with a beret, Emily Cooper has flown the coop! Bethy Squires, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2026 From turbans and berets to more traditional designs, there are over 50 of her personal hats on display. Monique Jessen, PEOPLE, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for beret

Word History

Etymology

French béret, from Gascon berret, from Old Occitan, cap — more at biretta

First Known Use

1826, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of beret was in 1826

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“Beret.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beret. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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beret

noun
be·​ret bə-ˈrā How to pronounce beret (audio)
: a soft flat wool cap without a visor

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