Brimless headwear (5)

I believe the answer is:

beret

(Other definitions for beret that I've seen before include "Part of kit" , "Basque headgear" , "item of headwear" , "Cap with no brim" , "French style cap" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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