Hijab
A headscarf worn by many Muslim women to cover the hair, neck and ears.
Also: headscarf, khimar
Hijab, from the Arabic for a cover or screen, is used for the headscarf many Muslim women wear in front of men outside the family, covering the hair, ears and neck. Styles vary from a simple wrap to elaborate pinned layers, and they differ between countries and generations. Women wear it for faith, identity and modesty; for some it is a personal choice and in some places it is required by law, a matter of debate. Many wear an underscarf to keep the hair in place.