n. 1. A fall, or perpendicular descent, of the water of a river or stream, or a descent nearly perpendicular; a cascade; a cataract. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. (Hairdressing) An arrangement of a woman's back hair over a cushion or frame in some resemblance to a waterfall. [ 1913 Webster ]
3. A certain kind of neck scarf. T. Hughes. [ 1913 Webster ]