n. The distinctive head-dress of men of the Moslem nations, consisting of a scarf or shawl wound around the tarboosh.n. A modification of the Oriental turban, worn by women in Europe and America during the first half of the nineteenth century.n. A head-dress consisting of a bright-colored handkerchief or square of cotton, worn by negro women in the West Indies and the southern United States.n. During the latter half of the nineteenth century, a hat consisting of a crown either without a brim or with a brim turned up close alongside the crown, worn by women and children.n. In heraldry, a high rounded cap, supposed to be the official head-dress of the Sultan of Turkey: it is usually represented with plumes attached to its sides, with jeweled clasps, and the like. Also called Turkish crown.n. In conchology, the spire of a univalve shell. See spire, 2, and univalve (with cuts)