A piece of fabric worn around the neck or head for warmth, sun protection, cleanliness, fashion, or religious reasons. She wrapped a colorful scarf around her neck to keep warm in the chilly weather.
A decorative cloth worn by a person, often as part of a uniform or as a fashion accessory. The flight attendant's uniform was complemented by a silk scarf tied neatly around her neck.
A joint made by bevelling or notching the ends of two pieces of timber, metal, or other material so that they fit together lengthwise. The engineer specified a scarf to extend the length of the steel beam.