English Explanatory Dictionary

kepi

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A cap with a flat circular top and a visor, particularly associated with French uniforms.

Pronunciation

/ˈkɛpi/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-kepi.wav

Word forms

kepi kepis képi

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.

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