Meaning & use

hat

noun·Everyday

A covering worn on the head for warmth, protection, fashion, or as part of a uniform.

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He pulled his hat down low to shield his eyes from the sun.

She bought a wide-brimmed hat for the beach trip this summer.

A note on using this word

The idiom "wear many hats" means to perform several different roles or jobs.

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