Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chimneypot-hat

Noun
/ˈʧɪmniˌpɒt hæt/
Definition
A chimneypot-hat is a type of hat that resembles the shape of a chimney pot, often characterized by a tall, cylindrical structure with a wide brim at the base.
Examples
  • He wore a chimneypot-hat to the formal event, standing out among the crowd.
  • The chimneypot-hat was a popular accessory for men during the Victorian era.
  • For Halloween, she dressed up in a vintage costume complete with a chimneypot-hat.
Meaning
This hat style is typically associated with formal occasions, often worn by gentlemen in the 19th century.
Synonyms
  • Top hat
  • Stovepipe hat
  • Silk hat