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hatter

 

[ ˈhætər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

occupation, millinery

A hatter is someone who makes or sells hats. The term is typically associated with the craftsmanship involved in creating various types of hats for different occasions and purposes. Historically, the trade of hat-making was significant, especially during the 18th and 19th centuries, when hats were a prominent part of fashion. Hatters often worked with a variety of materials, including felt, straw, and leather, to create both functional and decorative headwear.

Synonyms

hat maker, hat seller, milliner

Examples of usage

  • She visited a local hatter to commission a custom hat for the wedding.
  • The hatter was renowned for his exquisite craftsmanship.
  • In the past, many hatters lived and worked in small workshops.

Translations

Translations of the word "hatter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 chapéu

🇮🇳 टोपी बनाने वाला

🇩🇪 Hutmacher

🇮🇩 pembuat topi

🇺🇦 капелюшник

🇵🇱 kapelusznik

🇯🇵 帽子屋

🇫🇷 chapelier

🇪🇸 sombrerero

🇹🇷 şapka ustası

🇰🇷 모자 제작자

🇸🇦 صانع القبعة

🇨🇿 kloboučník

🇸🇰 klobúčnik

🇨🇳 帽子制造商

🇸🇮 klobučar

🇮🇸 hattasmiður

🇰🇿 бас киетін

🇬🇪 კეპის დამამზადებელი

🇦🇿 şapka ustası

🇲🇽 sombrerero

Etymology

The word 'hatter' originates from the Old English 'hætter', which is derived from 'hæt', meaning 'hat'. The term became more commonly used in the 14th century when hat-making started to be a recognized trade. During the 17th and 18th centuries, hat-making flourished, especially in Europe and colonial America, where styles were heavily influenced by fashion trends. The profession was notable for its use of mercury in the production of felt hats, leading to health issues among hatters, which gave rise to the phrase 'mad as a hatter'. Today, the term 'hatter' can refer not only to those who make hats but also to those involved in the broader millinery industry.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,307 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.