cowboy hat
Americannoun
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Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of cowboy hat
First recorded in 1890–95
Example Sentences
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"We got asked to go and watch Ella Langley. I was the only person suited and booted with cowboy hat, jeans, the lot," said Newcastle United's Burn.
From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026
Some might have quipped that the cowboy hat was fitting for a manager who was maybe drinking in last-chance saloon following back-to-back sackings in his previous jobs lasting a combined 15 months.
From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026
A tasselled blue Texan-style ensemble -- complete with a cowboy hat for the robot -- and a retro silver puffer jacket were among the looks showcased at the event on Thursday.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
Some climbed on the surrounding hay bales for a better pose, asking others in line to snap their photo in front of the cowboy hat emblazoned with the words “Arby’s roast beef sandwich is delicious.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026
She tried on hats with plumes, straw hats, knit caps, even a cowboy hat from Miss Lilian’s riding days.
From "The Old Willis Place" by Mary Downing Hahn
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