Word: Hat

Pronunciation

/ˈhæt/

Definitions

• Noun: A head covering, typically with a brim and made of various materials such as wool, straw, or felt. It can be worn for protection from the sun, cold, or rain, or as a fashion accessory. Example: “She wore a wide-brimmed hat to the garden party.”
• Verb (transitive): To put a hat on someone’s head or something. Example: “He carefully hat his newborn son with a tiny knitted cap.”
• Noun (informal): A specific role or position; often used in the phrase “to wear two hats,” meaning to have multiple responsibilities or roles. Example: “As CEO, he wears both a financial and creative hat in the company.”

Phrases

• “Throw your hat into the ring” - to declare one’s candidacy for an election or participation in a competition.
• “Take off your hat to someone” - to show respect or admiration for someone.
• “Put one’s thinking cap on” - to start thinking seriously about something.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The gentleman removed his top hat as he entered the elegant ballroom.”
• Verb: “She hat her horse with a colorful plume-adorned riding helmet.”
• Noun (informal): “Working as a freelancer, she had to hat many different roles throughout the day.”

Synonyms

• Cap
• Headgear
• Headdress
• Beret
• Fedora
• Beanie
• Toque
• Bonnet (for certain types of hats)

Note: The use of ‘hat’ as a verb is less common than its use as a noun, and may not be found in all dictionaries or contexts. In most cases, it refers to the action of placing a hat on something or someone.