hanger

noun

hang·​er ˈhaŋ-ər 

1

: one that hangs or causes to be hung or hanged

2

: something that hangs, overhangs, or is suspended: such as

a

: a decorative strip of cloth

b

: a small sword formerly used by sailors

c

chiefly British : a small wood on steeply sloping land

3

: a device by which or to which something is hung or hangs: such 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

Examples of hanger in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While my organization stops there, Kardashian keeps the rest of her clothing on hangers and folds them accordion-style. —Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026

Younger travelers even receive personal in-room amenities such as small bathrobes, slippers, and hangers. —Linnea Bailey, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026

Within the facility, ShipMonk will offer bespoke fulfillment services including hanger application, hang tagging, price ticketing and poly-bagging. —Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2026

Toggle-type hangers are best for supporting heavier loads. —Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 7 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing hanger

• cliff-hanger
• clothes hanger
• coat hanger
• hanger-on
• hanger steak

Rhymes for hanger

• ganger
• hangar

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Kids Definition

hanger

noun

hang·​er ˈhaŋ-ər 

1

: one that hangs

2

: a device by which something hangs

especially : a device for hanging a garment from a hook or rod