Synonyms

cowboy hat

American

noun

a broad-brimmed hat with a high crown, usually of soft felt, as worn by cowboys and ranchers.

Etymology

Origin of cowboy hat

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

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He was seen strolling about wearing a gold chain and Western clothes, sometimes with a cowboy hat.

From The Wall Street Journal

But singer Liam Gallagher has repeatedly criticised the Hall of Fame, previously saying he wasn't interested in receiving an award from "some geriatric in a cowboy hat".

From BBC

In a showroom targeting the US market, images of cowboy hats, military tanks and whiskey adorned display shelves.

From Barron's

He began tossing things out —a Ping-Pong paddle, a cowboy hat, a hand puppet, swim fins.

From Literature

In the end, the newly minted best traditional prize went to Zach Top, who proved his credentials by accepting the trophy in a cowboy hat.

From BBC

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