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Meaning of hood
The primary meaning of the word "hood" is a covering for the head or a part of a garment that covers the head.
Etymology of hood
The word "hood" has its roots in Old English "hōd," which referred to a head covering or a hood of a cloak, and is related to the Old Norse "hōth" and the Middle Low German "hōde"
Historically, the word has been used to describe various types of head coverings, including those used for protection, disguise, or as a symbol of status or occupation
Synonyms
cover
top
lid
cap
headpiece
bonnet
cowl
helmet
headgear
headdress
canopy
awning
roof
dome
shelter
protection
disguise
concealment
mask
veil
camouflage
masquerade
cloak
disguise
costume
attire
garment
apparel
clothing
headwear
chapeau
turban
shawl
mantle
wrapper
cloak
cape
poncho
tippet
visor
coif
wimple
kerchief
bandana
hooded
cowled
capped
helmeted
headcovered
veiled
masked
camouflaged
costumed
Definitions
- A covering for the head, typically forming part of a garment such as a cloak or jacket
- * A metal covering for an engine or other machine
- * The folding top of a car or other vehicle
- * A slang term for a neighborhood or area, especially one that is considered rough or dangerous
Usage Examples
- She pulled up the hood of her jacket to protect herself from the rain
- * The car's hood was dented in the accident
- * The neighborhood was known for being a tough hood
- * The monk wore a hood as part of his habit