Tudong

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Tudong is a Malay word which is commonly translated/referred to as a veil or headscarf in English. They are worn in accordance to Islam's hijab. Usually, the tudong covers the hair while leaving the face exposed. It is part of the standard dress code for office work, school uniforms and formal occasions.

When herds of tudongs gather around at the Melbourne University School of Medicine or any of its affiliated hospitlas, they are then commonly referred to as a Tudong Army.