hat

noun \ ˈhat \

|Updated on: 10 Jun 2018

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Definition of hat

1 : a covering for the head usually having a shaped crown and brim

2 a : a distinctive head covering worn as a symbol of office

b : an office, position, or role assumed by or as if by the wearing of a special hat

wore many hats in her career

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hatless

play \ˈhat-ləs\ adjective

— under one's hat

: not disclosed

kept the news under his hat

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Examples of hat in a Sentence

in those days, no properly dressed person left home without a hat

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But even if Mr Trump could claim a hat-trick, the potential downsides could more than offset any gains.

— The Economist, "Donald Trump is undermining the rules-based international order," 7 June 2018
Now Hart is ready to throw his own hat in the ring.

— heidi williams, OregonLive.com, "We tried 'Dragon's Breath,' the new treat that lets you breathe smoke, sort of (video)," 6 June 2018
Vintage in Vogue: With locations in Orleans and Provincetown, Vintage in Vogue offers women’s and men’s day and evening wear, hats, purses, and costume jewelry from the mid-1800s to the 1970s, displayed by decade.

— ellen albanese, BostonGlobe.com, "Where to shop for bargains on Cape Cod," 6 June 2018
Bring gloves, hats, sunscreen, insect repellent and water.

— Sun-Sentinel.com, "Davie and Cooper City area events, June 6-16," 6 June 2018
All told, 15 hopefuls threw their hats in the ring to try to replace Rohrabacher as the representative of the 48th District, which includes Costa Mesa, Fountain Valley, Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach and Newport Beach.

— daily pilot staff, latimes.com, "Many eyes on Rohrabacher congressional seat as voters go to polls for primary races," 5 June 2018
Former business executive Richard Boyanton is challenging Wicker in the Republican primary, while half a dozen candidates have thrown their hats into the ring for the Democrats.

— emily stewart, Vox, "Every June 5 primary you need to know about, including voting times, briefly explained," 5 June 2018
Two-time defending champion Madrid is chasing the first hat-trick of titles since Bayern Munich won each European Cup final from 1974-76.

— Fox News, "The Latest: Kiev subway evacuated after hoax threat," 26 May 2018
Abrams is part of a larger group of black women from across the country who are throwing their hats in the ring and running for office.

— paula rogo, Essence.com, "Stacey Abrams Is On Track To Become The Nation's First Black Female Governor," 23 May 2018

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Origin and Etymology of hat

Middle English, from Old English hæt; akin to Old High German huot head covering — more at hood

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First Known Use: before 12th century

in the meaning defined at sense 1

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hat Synonyms

Synonyms

cap, chapeau, headdress, headgear, headpiece, lid [slang];

Other Clothing Terms

babushka, brogue, bumbershoot, cravat, dishabille, furbelow, layette, raiment, spectator

hat

verb

Definition of hat

hatted; hatting

transitive verb

: to furnish or provide with a hat

intransitive verb

: to make or supply hats

First Known Use of hat

15th century

in the meaning defined at transitive sense

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Other Clothing Terms

babushka, brogue, bumbershoot, cravat, dishabille, furbelow, layette, raiment, spectator

HAT Defined for English Language Learners

hat

noun

Definition of hat for English Language Learners

: a covering for the head that often has a brim and a rounded or flat top

HAT Defined for Kids

hat

noun \ ˈhat \

Definition of hat for Students

: a covering for the head having a crown and usually a brim

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