Diadema (en. Diadem)
/djaˈðema/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A crown or ribbon that adorns the head, used as an accessory on special occasions.
The queen wore a diamond diadem at the ceremony.
La reina llevaba una diadema de diamantes en la ceremonia.
A type of band used for hair.
I put on a diadem to keep my hair up.
Me puse una diadema para mantener mi cabello recogido.
Etymology
From the Greek 'diadēma', meaning 'ribbon' or 'crown'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to wear a diadem
To wear a head ornament.
llevar una diadema
flower diadem
An accessory made with flowers that is worn on the head.
diadema de flores
shiny diadem
Diadem that has a very eye-catching or luminous design.
diadema brillante
Related Words
crown
Ornament worn on the head, generally symbolic.
corona
ornament
Decorative element that beautifies something.
ornamento
accessory
Object that complements clothing or attire.
accesorio
Slang Meanings
Fashion accessory.
That diadem is very 'in' this season.
Esa diadema es muy 'in' esta temporada.
Reference to an elaborate hairstyle.
Today she has a diadem hairstyle worthy of a star.
Hoy tiene un peinado con diadema digno de una estrella.