Khimar vs. Hijab
Difference Between Khimar and Hijab
Khimarnoun
A long headscarf worn by Muslim women, typically gathered or fastened under the chin and covering the body to a variable length.
Hijabnoun
Any of several cloth head coverings worn by Muslim women.
Khimarnoun
A long veil worn by Muslim women as part of hijab.
Hijabnoun
The veiling of women in some Islamic societies, customarily practiced in order to maintain standards of modesty.
Khimarnoun
a headscarf worn by observant Muslim women that hangs down to just above the waist
Hijabnoun
The practice, among Muslim women, of covering the body after the age of puberty in front of non-related adult males.
Hijabnoun
(countable) A traditional headscarf worn by Muslim women, covering the hair and neck.
Hijabnoun
a headscarf worn by Muslim women; conceals the hair and neck and usually has a face veil that covers the face
Hijabnoun
the custom in some Islamic societies of women dressing modestly outside the home;
she observes the hijab and does not wear tight clothing
