Etymology

fascinator

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Today it means: A fascinating person or thing. Full definition →

First used late 20th c.
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The story

From fascinate + -or.

First known use, by meaning

  • from late 20th c. A delicate, often frivolous head decoration worn on the hair, primarily by women.

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