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topknot

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top·knot  (tpnt)
n.
1. A crest or knot of hair or feathers on the crown of the head.
2. A decorative ribbon or bow worn as a headdress.
topknot
Noun
a crest, tuft, decorative bow, etc., on the top of the head
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.topknottopknot - headdress consisting of a decorative ribbon or bow worn in the hair
headdress, headgear - clothing for the head
2.topknottopknot - showy crest or knot of hair or feathers
crest - a showy growth of e.g. feathers or skin on the head of a bird or other animal


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Feeling that he had been received with distinguished marks of attention, Steve strolled away with his topknot higher than ever, and Prince Charlie pranced across the room, saying in a free and easy tone
Eight Cousins by Alcott, Louisa May View in context
Close at hand was the snowy mass of the Great Altels cooling its topknot in the sky and daring us to an ascent.
A Tramp Abroad by Twain, Mark View in context
He saw the clear-cut features, the firm chin, the white forehead and the topknot of fair hair against the white pillow.
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