Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pass-the-hat
idiom
/ˈpæs ðə hæt/
Definition
An informal method of collecting money for a specific purpose, often used in social gatherings or events.
Examples
- At the end of the concert, the organizers decided to pass-the-hat to raise funds for the musicians.
- During the charity event, they passed the hat to collect donations for local families in need.
- He suggested they pass the hat to cover the costs of the party supplies.
Meaning
The term ‘pass-the-hat’ refers to the practice of asking individuals to contribute money for a cause or event, usually by literally passing a hat or container around among a group of people.
Synonyms
- Fundraising
- Collection
- Donation drive
- Hat round
