Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

three-cornered-hat

Noun
/θriː ˈkɔːrnərd hæt/
Definition
A three-cornered hat is a type of hat characterized by its distinctive shape, with three points or ‘corners’ that stand up, often associated with 18th-century fashion.
Examples
  • During the parade, many men wore elegant three-cornered hats to celebrate the historical event.
  • The soldier tipped his three-cornered hat as he greeted the guests.
  • In old movies, characters often wore a three-cornered hat to portray a sense of nobility.
Meaning
The term refers to a fashionable hat that was popular among men in the 17th and 18th centuries, particularly in Europe and America.
Synonyms
  • Tricorn
  • Triangular hat