headtire

noun — 2 senses

headtire

noun

/ˈhɛdtaɪə(ɹ)/

Etymology From head + tire.

1

Archaic A headdress.

  • a headtire of fine linen1843, S. Andrus and Son, Holy Bible Antique Book 1 Esdras iii. 6
2

Archaic The manner of dressing the head, as at a particular time and place.

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