I. ˈhat noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English hæt; akin to Old High German huot head covering — more at hood
Date: before 12th century
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 hat s in her career
• hat·less -ləs adjective
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- under one's hat
II. verb
( hat·ted ; hat·ting )
Date: 15th century
transitive verb
: to furnish or provide with a hat
intransitive verb
: to make or supply hats