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 seamen

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

For hotels and Airbnbs, several users shared tips such as using clothing hanger clips to help keep curtains shut tightly, which keeps the sunlight or streetlights out of the room. —Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2025

Other shots in the slideshow include a hanging daybed taken from the distance, a selfie, a close-up snap of Del Rey's waterproof shoe and her diamond engagement ring, a picture of a white dress on a hanger next to a basket filled with cowboy boots, and a video of a cloudy drive. —Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025

Begin by placing your item on a hanger to prevent new creases and to give full access to all areas. —Katelyn Squiers, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Apr. 2025

As part of the city’s efforts, department officials are going door-to-door and leaving door hangers, pushing homeowners to get on board. —Erika I. Ritchie, Orange County Register, 27 Feb. 2025

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