What does Fichu mean?
Definitions for Fichu
ˈfɪʃ u, ˈfi ʃufichu
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Princeton's WordNet
fichunoun
a lightweight triangular scarf worn by a woman
Wiktionary
fichunoun
A woman's lightweight triangular scarf worn over the shoulders and tied in front
Etymology: From fichu.
Wikipedia
Fichu
A fichu (, from the French "thrown over") is a large, square kerchief worn by women to fill in the low neckline of a bodice.
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fichu
A fichu is a type of women's garment, specifically a light, usually triangular scarf that is draped over the shoulders and tied in the front or under the arms. It was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries to cover the low neckline of a dress.
Webster Dictionary
Fichunoun
a light cape, usually of lace, worn by women, to cover the neck and throat, and extending to the shoulders
Etymology: [F., neckerchief.]
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Fichu
A fichu is a large, square kerchief worn by women in the 18th century to fill in the low neckline of a bodice. The fichu was generally of linen fabric and was folded diagonally into a triangle and tied, pinned, or tucked into the bodice in front.
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Fichu
fē-shü′, n. a three-cornered cape worn over the shoulders, the ends crossed upon the bosom: a triangular piece of muslin, &c., for the neck. [Fr.]
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of Fichu in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of Fichu in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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