Meaning & use

peaked cap

noun·Advanced

A hat with a stiff, projecting brim at the front, often worn as part of a uniform.

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The police officer adjusted his peaked cap before stepping out onto the street.

Airline pilots traditionally wear a peaked cap as part of their formal uniform.

A note on using this word

Peaked caps are strongly associated with formal or official uniforms, such as those of police, military, and transportation staff.

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