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fichu
CIDE DICTIONARY
fichu, n. [F., neckerchief.].
A light cape, usually of lace, worn by women, to cover the neck and throat, and extending to the shoulders. [1913 Webster]
OXFORD DICTIONARY
fichu, n. a woman's small triangular shawl of lace etc. for the shoulders and neck.
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