The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word TOQUE which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 2023.
Headwear for a chef crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| TOQUE | 100 % | 5 |
Why may TOQUE be the right solution?
A toque is a tall, pleated, brimless hat traditionally worn by chefs. It helps to distinguish the chefs from other kitchen staff and also serves a functional purpose by keeping hair out of the food.
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Headwear for a chef
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- hairnet
- armet
- bonnet
- cap
- cock
- crown
- foolscap
- hatpin
- helmet
- mitre
- snood
- veil
Crossword Answer definitions
TOQUE noun- A type of hat with no brim.
- (specifically) A tall white hat with no brim of the sort worn by chefs
- (by extension) A chef.
- A variety of bonnet monkey; toque macaque, Macaca sinica.
- An African nominal money of account, equal to 40 cowries.
- A knitted hat, usually conical but of varying shape, often woollen, and sometimes topped by a pom-pom or tassel.
- A rhythm used in Latin music, especially Cuban religious rituals.
- The guitar part of flamenco music.
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