topknot

English

noun
Definitions
  • A decorative knot of hair on the crown of the head, sometimes having ribbons or feathers.
  • A decorative headdress.
  • A crest or knot of feathers upon the head or top, as of a bird.
  • Any fish in one of several genera:

Etymology

Compound from English top + English knot.

Origin

English

knot

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