slouch hat

American  

noun

1. a soft hat often made of felt and having a supple, usually broad brim.

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slouch hat British  

noun

1. any soft hat with a brim that can be pulled down over the ears, esp an Australian army hat with the left side of the brim turned up

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Etymology

Origin of slouch hat

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

My hair was slicked back under a dirty slouch hat, and my dusty boots stuck out from beneath a ratty pair of men’s trousers.

From Literature

Set in the lead-up to and aftermath of President Lincoln’s assassination, Booth favors statement pieces such as a black felt slouch hat.

From Los Angeles Times

They called him "Solstice Man" and he wore a slouch hat and a mask.

From Salon

He carried his black slouch hat in his hand.

From Literature

Ex-mayor Carter Harrison, again running for a fifth term, strode about shaking hands, his black slouch hat raising cheers from supporters in the crowd.

From Literature