Synonyms of kerchief

kerchief

noun

ˈkər-chəf 

1

as in handkerchief

a scarf worn on the head

tied the kerchief around her head to keep her hair out of her face

Synonyms & Similar Words

• handkerchief
• bandanna
• mantilla
• babushka
• madras
• shawl
• do-rag
• hankie

2

as in towel

a small, often square piece of material that is used for personal hygiene purposes

dabbed the sweat on his brow with a kerchief

Synonyms & Similar Words

• handkerchief
• towel
• napkin
• hankie
• tissue
• bandanna
• serviette

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of kerchief

On the Dogue cover, the two canines pose with their tongues out while riding a white miniature Mercedes-Benz, modeling kerchiefs specially ordered for the occasion by Carpenter’s mom. — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 19 Aug. 2025

Just ask Emma Watson or Sofia Richie Grainge—who recently doubled down on gingham by pairing an oversized gingham shirt with a matching hair kerchief. — Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 2 July 2025

Bandanas and kerchiefs worn tightly around the neck emerged as the must-have item. — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 23 June 2025

Tie a wet kerchief over your nose and mouth, hurry to finish your transect, and paddle back through the haze as thousands of acres of pine barrens burn upwind. — Amy Davis, AZCentral.com, 13 Jan. 2025