War-bonnet definition
A ceremonial headdress used by some Plains Indians consisting of a cap or band and a trailing extension decorated with erect feathers.
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A ceremonial headdress worn by some North American Indian warriors, consisting of a headband and trailing part studded with feathers.
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A ceremonial headdress, decorated with a trail extension of eagle feathers, worn by some American Indians.
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Noun
Singular:
war-bonnet
Plural:
war bonnets