Colback
/ˈkɒl.bæk/noun
A tall military cap traditionally made of fur, especially associated with cavalry and hussar uniforms.
Did you know?The colback became strongly associated with elite hussars and other cavalry units, whose exotic uniforms were deliberately designed to project speed, prestige, and intimidation.
Etymological Timeline
Before the 18th Century
Turkish
kalpak
“A tall fur or felt cap, especially a traditional head covering.”
Before the 18th Century
Crimean Tatar
qalpaq
“A cap or hat; the form is generally regarded as the source of Turkish kalpak.”
18th Century
French
colback
“A tall fur military cap adopted into French descriptions of cavalry dress.”
18th Century
English
colback
“A fur cap worn as part of military uniform, particularly by cavalry.”
Modern English
English
colback
“A historical military fur cap, commonly linked with hussars and ceremonial uniforms.”