hat tree
noun
Origin of hat tree
1An Americanism dating back to 1810–20
Words Nearby hat tree
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How to use hat tree in a sentence
"Don't believe 'cousin Dimple' knows a hat-tree wasn't made for little girls to sit on," said Percy.
Dotty Dimple At Home | Sophie MayTom went into the house after the cameras, sending his hat flying up to the hat-tree, followed by his gloves.
Winona of the Camp Fire | Margaret WiddemerIn between games he limps round, stiff as a hat tree and sore as a mashed thumb.
Cobb's Anatomy | Irvin S. CobbHangs her things on the hat-tree in hall beyond left door as she goes out.
Dramatic Technique | George Pierce BakerMrs. Lee went close to an old-fashioned black-walnut hat-tree, the one article of furniture besides a chair in the hall.
The Debtor | Mary E. Wilkins Freeman
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