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Straw Hat

/strɔː hæt/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    A hat made of straw or similar braided plant material, typically worn in warm weather for sun protection.

    "He wore a wide-brimmed straw hat to shield his face from the summer sun."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'straw hat' originates from the combination of 'straw', which comes from Old English 'streaw', referring to dried plant material, and 'hat', derived from Old English 'hætte', meaning a head covering. The usage of straw hats dates back to ancient civilizations, evolving in style and function over centuries.

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