top_hat
/ˈtɒp ˌhæt/
B1 · Intermediate★★☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
a tall, black hat that men sometimes wear for formal events.
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation📱Social Media
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“The magician pulled a rabbit out of his top hat.”
“He wore a top hat to the wedding.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A tall, flat-crowned, cylindrical hat worn by men in formal attire, especially in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
“The magician pulled a rabbit out of his black top hat during the show.”
Related Words
Synonyms:
silk hatformal hat
Antonyms:
baseball cap
Word Family:
top hats