hanger

hang·er

noun \ˈhaŋ-ər\

Definition of HANGER

1

: one that hangs or causes to be hung or hanged

2

: something that hangs, overhangs, or is suspended: as a : a decorative strip of cloth b : a small sword formerly used by seamen c chiefly British : a small wood on steeply sloping land

3

: a device by which or to which something is hung or hangs: as a : a strap on a sword belt by which a sword or dagger can be suspended b : a loop by which a garment is hung up c : a device that fits inside or around a garment for hanging from a hook or rod

First Known Use of HANGER

15th century

Rhymes with HANGER

banger, clanger, clangor, ganger, hangar, Langer, twanger