English · Daily Life
hat
/hæt/
[/hæt/]
head covering
Beginnernoun
Definition
A covering for the head, often worn for warmth, sun protection, or style.
Example
She wore a wide straw hat to shield her face from the strong midday summer sun.
She wore a wide straw hat to shield her face from the strong midday summer sun.
Etymology
From Old English 'hæt', of Germanic origin, related to 'hood'.
How & Where It’s Used
Worn for protection or fashion; also in idioms like 'wear many hats'.