Hanger: meaning, definitions and examples
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hanger
[ หhรฆลษr ]
clothing storage
A hanger is a device used for holding clothes, typically made of plastic, wood, or metal. It is designed to keep garments in shape while stored in a closet or wardrobe. Hangers often feature a curved design that mimics the form of shoulders, ensuring that jackets and shirts maintain their shape. Some hangers also come with clips or attachments for hanging pants or skirts. The use of hangers is essential in organizing clothing and optimizing space in wardrobes.
Synonyms
clothes hanger, clothes rack, dress hook.
Examples of usage
- I need a hanger for my coat.
- She bought a wooden hanger for her dress.
- The hanger broke under the weight of the jacket.
- Please hang your shirt on the hanger.
Translations
Translations of the word "hanger" in other languages:
๐ต๐น cabide
๐ฎ๐ณ เคนเฅเคเคเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Kleiderbรผgel
๐ฎ๐ฉ gantungan
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒััะฐะปะบะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ wieszak
๐ฏ๐ต ใใณใฌใผ
๐ซ๐ท cintre
๐ช๐ธ percha
๐น๐ท askฤฑ
๐ฐ๐ท ํ๊ฑฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุดู ุงุนุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ v hanger
๐ธ๐ฐ zavesa
๐จ๐ณ ่กฃๆถ
๐ธ๐ฎ obeลกalnik
๐ฎ๐ธ hengir
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะปะณัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแฃแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ asqฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ percha
Etymology
The word 'hanger' derives from the Old English word 'hangian,' which means to hang or attach. Its evolution is closely linked to the concept of suspension, where items are hung to avoid contact with the ground or surfaces. In the 19th century, the modern design of hangers we recognize today began to take shape. Early hangers were primarily crafted from wood and designed for functional use in tailoring and clothing stores. The transition to using metal and plastic materials occurred in the 20th century, as these became more accessible and affordable. The innovation of non-slip coatings and specialized clips for pants further indicated the evolving practicality of hangers in everyday life. Today, hangers are a staple in garment care, greatly influencing how we store and display clothing in personal and commercial contexts.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #17,950, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 17947 rectory
- 17948 interchangeably
- 17949 plausibility
- 17950 hanger
- 17951 whosoever
- 17952 sympathetically
- 17953 irrevocably
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