fedora

noun

fe·​do·​ra fi-ˈdȯr-ə How to pronounce fedora (audio)
Synonyms of fedoranext
: a low soft felt hat with the crown creased lengthwise

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However, Mauser is inspired by Reisman, who became famous in the 1940s and '50s for his skills in the sport — in addition to his flashy style, which included wearing fedoras and colorful polos. Avalon Hester, PEOPLE, 25 Dec. 2025 Loro Piana’s collection introduced an array of silhouettes, from pillboxes to caps to fedoras—even including a leopard option. Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2025 Patrons lounged in a smoky daze; men wearing fedoras played mah-jongg. Dennis Zhou, New Yorker, 12 Dec. 2025 Customers can also purchase winter clothing for children like jackets and beanies, fall hats, fedoras and blankets. Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fedora

Word History

Etymology

Fédora (1882), drama by V. Sardou

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fedora was in 1883

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“Fedora.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fedora. Accessed 28 Dec. 2025.

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fedora

noun
fe·​do·​ra fi-ˈdōr-ə How to pronounce fedora (audio)
-ˈdȯr-
: a low soft felt hat with the crown creased lengthwise

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