What is what does babushka mean?

Babushka is a Russian word that means grandmother or elderly woman. It is commonly used as a term of endearment to refer to an elderly woman who is respected and revered in her community. The word is also used to describe a traditional headscarf or kerchief worn by many elderly women in Russia and other Eastern European countries. The headscarf is usually tied under the chin and covers the hair and neck. In recent years, the term babushka has gained wider use in popular culture to refer to any elderly woman or as a nostalgic reference to Russian traditions and culture.