Bonnet: meaning, definitions and examples

headwear

A bonnet is a type of hat that ties under the chin, typically worn by babies or young children. It is often made of soft fabric and serves as a protective covering for the head.

cap, hat, headgear.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
bonnet	A bonnet is typically associated with an old-fashioned or traditional type of hat, often worn by women or children. It can also refer to a protective cover in various contexts like car engines or a mechanical part. She wore a beautiful bonnet decorated with flowers to the costume party. Open the bonnet and check the engine oil level.

Examples of usage

• The baby wore a white bonnet to protect her head from the sun.

• She tied the bonnet securely under her chin to keep it from falling off.

• The little girl looked adorable in her floral bonnet.

• The bonnet shielded her face from the rain as she walked.

• I bought a new bonnet for my niece's birthday.