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A beret is a round hat that is typically made of soft wool. Although the crown is round, it is usually pushed to one side. The beret, which has French origins, is worn both by everyday people and those in the military. Nearly every culture has a beret-like hat.

From colorful knit berets to standard military berets, both men and women can wear a beret.

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Pronunciation: buh-ray
Common Misspellings: baray

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