Meaning of the word babushka in English

What does babushka mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

babushka

US /bəˈbuːʃkə/
UK /bəˈbʊʃkə/

Noun

1.

an old woman, especially a Russian grandmother

Example:
The kind babushka offered me a warm cup of tea.
Many Russian families have a beloved babushka who tells stories.
2.

a headscarf, typically folded into a triangle and tied under the chin, traditionally worn by Russian women

Example:
She wore a colorful babushka to keep her head warm.
The old woman's face was framed by her traditional floral babushka.