top hat

noun

Synonyms of top hatnext
: a tall-crowned hat usually of beaver or silk

Examples of top hat in a Sentence

He wore a top hat and tails.
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Other counterprotesters mockingly impersonated billionaires by donning crowns or top hats. Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026 As members of the Groundhog Club, dressed in their signature suits and top hats, gathered around, Phil emerged into the daylight, spotted his shadow, and selected a scroll to read aloud to the crowd. Doris Alvarez Cea, Florida Times-Union, 2 Feb. 2026 Soriano designed his all-black outfit featuring a dramatic black top hat. Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 30 Jan. 2026 Momoa wore brown pants and an olive vest, finishing the look with a top hat and sunglasses. Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for top hat

Word History

First Known Use

1864, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of top hat was in 1864

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“Top hat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/top%20hat. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

top hat

noun
: a man's hat with a tall crown

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