A head-covering is an item of clothing that is worn on the head for protection, warmth, or fashion. The crossword solutions for this term include SCALP (5 letters), RUG (3 letters), VEIL (4 letters), HAT (3 letters), CAP (3 letters), WIG (3 letters), HOOD (4 letters), and HAIR (4 letters). A SCALP is a covering of skin and HAIR on the head, while a RUG is a piece of fabric used to cover the head. A VEIL is a thin piece of fabric that is worn over the face or head, usually as part of a religious or cultural tradition. A HAT is a type of head-covering that is typically made of fabric or straw and is worn for protection from the sun or cold, or for fashion. A CAP is a type of HAT with a flat brim and a rounded crown, often made of cloth or leather. A WIG is a covering of artificial HAIR worn on the head for fashion or to conceal baldness. A HOOD is a type of head-covering that is typically attached to a garment and covers the head and neck. HAIR is the natural covering of the head, made up of strands of protein.