as in hats
a covering for the head usually having a shaped crown
the bride will be wearing a flowing veil fastened to a pearl-covered headpiece
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Recent Examples of headpieces
Skin was on display, sequins were sparkling and the headpieces were taller than ever.
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Hedy Phillips,
PEOPLE,
5 May 2026
The most complicated headpieces to make, according to Gee, were the poppies and the jitterbugs.
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Kansas City Star,
4 May 2026
Combining ease of use with the ability to fit the sensors in beanies, caps, and other wearable headpieces could make Sabi an exciting opportunity for those with speech impairments.
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Jon Martindale,
PC Magazine,
20 Apr. 2026
More than anything, in the halo headpieces that are her signature accessory, Mary recalls a medieval religious icon, the Holy Virgin as fictional diva, touching down on stages in major markets to be adored by seas of light-waving supplicants.
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Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
14 Apr. 2026
For Coachella, experiment with funky belts, headpieces, and sunglasses.
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Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
3 Apr. 2026
Queen Camilla, who has a penchant for statement-making headpieces and hats, wore a black hat with a green feather attached.
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Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
11 Feb. 2026
Daily wear-and-tear can cause small parts like screws, headpieces or footrests to easily become damaged.
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Tamia Fowlkes,
jsonline.com,
30 Dec. 2025
Pets and their parents are also encouraged to dress for the occasion, and both companies have launched a line of festive pet clothing, ranging from sweaters and PJs to velvet bows and headpieces.
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Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
5 Dec. 2025
Hedy Phillips,
PEOPLE,
5 May 2026
The most complicated headpieces to make, according to Gee, were the poppies and the jitterbugs.
—
Kansas City Star,
4 May 2026
Combining ease of use with the ability to fit the sensors in beanies, caps, and other wearable headpieces could make Sabi an exciting opportunity for those with speech impairments.
—
Jon Martindale,
PC Magazine,
20 Apr. 2026
More than anything, in the halo headpieces that are her signature accessory, Mary recalls a medieval religious icon, the Holy Virgin as fictional diva, touching down on stages in major markets to be adored by seas of light-waving supplicants.
—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
14 Apr. 2026
For Coachella, experiment with funky belts, headpieces, and sunglasses.
—
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
3 Apr. 2026
Queen Camilla, who has a penchant for statement-making headpieces and hats, wore a black hat with a green feather attached.
—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
11 Feb. 2026
Daily wear-and-tear can cause small parts like screws, headpieces or footrests to easily become damaged.
—
Tamia Fowlkes,
jsonline.com,
30 Dec. 2025
Pets and their parents are also encouraged to dress for the occasion, and both companies have launched a line of festive pet clothing, ranging from sweaters and PJs to velvet bows and headpieces.
—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
5 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for headpieces
Noun
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Skirts, shorts, tracksuit bottoms, hats, headbands, wristbands and socks must be completely white (allowing for one centimeter of trim).
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Viking hats, national jerseys and a sea of red filled the gallery as chants followed Hovland from the first tee through the finish.
Noun
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The bill also created new caps for federal loans for both professional and graduate students.
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The bill also established new borrowing caps for parents and graduate students who take out loans, and imposed new restrictions for Pell Grants, among other measures.
Noun
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The new looks provides up to 12 combinations for game day gear — with gold or white tops, and options for gold, white or black pants, along with gold or white helmets.
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Families, friends and members of the community cheered for about 50 children during the parade, some decked out in Viking helmets and capes, while others sported the blue and yellow colors of the Swedish flag with floral crowns in their hair.
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“Headpieces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/headpieces. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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