5 definitions found for fichu

fichu n 1: a lightweight triangular scarf worn by a woman

fichu noun Etymology: French, from past participle of ficher to stick in, throw on, from Vulgar Latin *figicare, from Latin figere to fasten, pierce Date: 1803 a woman's light triangular scarf that is draped over the shoulders and fastened in front or worn to fill in a low neckline

fichu
n. a woman's small triangular shawl of lace etc. for the shoulders and neck.
Etymology: F

fichu ˈfi:ʃu: n. a woman's small triangular shawl of lace etc. for the shoulders and neck. [F]

Fichu Fich"u, n. [F., neckerchief.] A light cape, usually of lace, worn by women, to cover the neck and throat, and extending to the shoulders.