Leghorn
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlɛɡhɔːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Leghorn is a noun meaning (uncountable) A type of dried plaited wheat straw fabric.
Meaning
(uncountable) A type of dried plaited wheat straw fabric.
More Meanings
- (countable) A type of hat made from Leghorn straw.
- (countable) A small white chicken of a hardy breed.
Example Sentences
When straw-hats had become unfashionable, Mrs. Nollekens hinted to old White, the hatter […], that possibly he could accommodate her with a Leghorn hat at a moderate rate.
The difference between the two classifications has always been intended to cover unblocked and untrimmed hat bodies, such as panamas, bangkoks, and leghorns, and other hats which are woven by the natives in South American and oriental countries where they are produced.
Word Forms
- leghorns
Synonyms for leghorn
Depending on context, synonyms include skimmer, boater, straw hat, panama, sailor.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include panama, sailor, boater, skimmer, straw hat, comb.
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