Unhatted: meaning, definitions and examples
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unhatted
[ ʌnˈhætɪd ]
lack of hat
Unhatted refers to the state of not wearing a hat or lacking a hat. It is used to describe someone who is bareheaded or not adequately protected from the elements that a hat would typically provide.
Synonyms
bareheaded, hatless, uncovered.
Examples of usage
- She walked into the store unhatted.
- On sunny days, I prefer to stay unhatted.
- He left the house unhatted and regretted it later.
- The children played unhatted under the bright sun.
Etymology
The word 'unhatted' is formed by the prefix 'un-', which means 'not' or 'opposite of', combined with the past participle 'hatted', derived from the noun 'hat'. The suffix 'ed' in 'hatted' indicates that it is describing a state that was once true but no longer is. The concept of wearing hats has been part of various cultures for centuries and serves various purposes including protection from weather, fashion, or social status. The creation of 'unhatted' emphasizes the absence of this item, often used in literary contexts or conversations around fashion, culture, and practicality.