coat hanger

American  

noun

1. hanger.

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coat hanger British  

noun

1. a curved piece of wood, wire, plastic, etc, fitted with a hook and used to hang up clothes

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Etymology

Origin of coat hanger

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

Her long-term partner, Prudence Fenton, explains in the film that she was allotted “this much” drawer space and two coat hangers when she moved in.

From Salon

And anyone who compares a copper wire with a steel coat hanger will quickly discern that copper is much more pliable than steel.

From Science Daily

The moat of trash in the yard reaches the driveway, encasing a red Toyota Corolla Twin Cam in crumpled tarps, coat hangers, broom handles, coffee cups, more newspaper and more plastic bags.

From Los Angeles Times

In vitrines and on tables, you could find anything from bamboo coasters to small contemporary artworks made from lacquered stones to vintage European coat hangers to kimonos.

From Seattle Times

He used coat hangers for a flag spreader.

From New York Times