cravat

[krəˈvat]

cravat Definition

a short, wide strip of fabric worn by men around the neck and tucked inside an open-necked shirt.

Using cravat: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cravat" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He wore a cravat with his suit to the wedding.

  • Example

    The fashion trend of wearing cravats faded away in the 19th century.

  • Example

    The cravat was originally worn as a military uniform accessory.

cravat Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cravat

Phrases with cravat

  • a formal necktie worn with evening dress, typically white in color

    Example

    He wore a white cravat with his tuxedo to the gala event.

  • a black necktie worn as a sign of mourning

    Example

    He attended the funeral wearing a black suit and a black cravat.

  • a necktie made of silk fabric

    Example

    He preferred to wear a silk cravat for special occasions.

Origins of cravat

from French 'cravate', named after Croatian mercenaries who wore a type of scarf

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Summary: cravat in Brief

A 'cravat' [krəˈvat] is a short, wide strip of fabric worn by men around the neck and tucked inside an open-necked shirt. It was originally worn as a military uniform accessory and became a fashion trend in the 18th century. 'Cravat' is synonymous with 'necktie,' and can be worn in different styles and materials, such as the white cravat for formal events or the black cravat as a sign of mourning.