hatrack

American  

[hat-rak] / ˈhætˌræk /

noun

1. a frame, stand, or post having knobs or hooks for hanging hats.

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Etymology

Origin of hatrack

First recorded in 1870–75; hat + rack ¹

Example Sentences

It falls to Thermal Herman 6⅞ths, the showboat of Katz’s inventory, to fashion himself into a fedora, hitch a ride on a moose’s antlers that double as a hatrack and save her.

From New York Times • May 20, 2022

She admired Dunham, in particular, who was one of Hollywood’s first Black choreographers, and was captivated by Astaire’s use of props, like a hatrack or an umbrella.

From New York Times • Nov. 9, 2020

Of all the thoughts of Mr. Gropius, This cosmic hatrack is the dopius.

From Time Magazine Archive

On the mantelpiece in the dining-room and sticking up behind the hatrack there were bright yellow leaves.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers

Mick’s sweater was hanging on the hatrack, so she put it on and stood with her shoulders bent over to keep warm.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers