kepi

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a cap with a flat circular top and a visor

Etymology

From French képi, from Switzerland German Käppi, diminutive of Kappe, from Middle High German kappe, from Old High German kappa, from Latin cappa. Akin to English cap.

In classic literature

Synonyms

peaked cap, service cap, yachting cap

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