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Hat

UK /["/hæt/"]/US /["/hæt/"]/

Definition

a piece of clothing made to fit the head, often with a brim (= a flat edge that sticks out), usually worn out of doors

In simple words: A covering for the head.

Examples

  • She wore a beautiful hat to the party.
  • The hat kept him warm during the winter.
  • I bought a new hat for the summer.
  • He tipped his hat to greet her.
  • She likes to collect different styles of hats.
  • The magician pulled a rabbit out of his hat.
  • He wore a hat to protect himself from the sun.
  • The children loved the colorful hats at the fair.

Usage notes

Use 'hat' when discussing clothing, especially in contexts about fashion, weather, or roles (like a chef's hat). Avoid in very formal writing, where 'headwear' might be more appropriate.

Grammar pattern

wear + hat

Memory hint

Think of a 'hat' as a 'head accessory that transforms' your look.

Collocations

  • broad-brimmed
  • wide-brimmed
  • floppy
  • don
  • place
  • doff
  • be trimmed with something
  • box
  • shop
  • store

Synonyms

  • cap
  • headgear
  • headwear
  • bonnet
  • fedora

Antonyms

  • barehead
  • naked

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'hat' with 'cap' which is a specific type of hat.
  • Using 'hats' when referring to the function or role (e.g., 'wearing many hats').