kepi
/'kepi/
Definition
Noun: A kepi is a type of military cap characterized by its flat, circular top and a short, stiff visor projecting from the front. It is traditionally associated with certain armies, most notably the French military.
Usage
The word kepi is used to refer specifically to this distinct style of headgear. It is a countable noun.
Examples
- The French officer adjusted his kepi before the parade.
- The museum's collection includes a 19th-century infantryman's kepi.
- He wore a dark blue uniform with a matching kepi.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used metonymically to represent the military or police forces that wear it, particularly in a historical or French context.
- The rebellion was swiftly put down by the men in the kepis.
Variants and Related Words
- Peaked cap: A more general term for a cap with a visor (or peak). A kepi is a specific type of peaked cap.
- Forage cap: A similar, often less formal, military cap. The kepi is considered a type of forage cap.
- Shako: A different, taller type of military dress cap, often confused with but distinct from a kepi.
Synonyms
- Military cap
- Peaked cap (general)
- Forage cap (similar style)
Antonyms
- Beret
- Helmet
- Bonnet
Related Idioms or Phrases
- None directly associated with the word "kepi" itself.
Noun
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a cap with a flat circular top and a visor
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