Hatracks

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A type of furniture designed to hold hats and caps, often featuring hooks or shelves for storage
2. An organizational item typically placed in hallways or entryways, allowing for convenient placement of headwear and outer garments
3. A practical solution for managing headgear, providing a designated space to keep hats accessible and neatly arranged

Etymology: "Hatracks" is simply the plural of "hatrack", a compound made from "hat" and "rack". The "rack" here is the older sense of a framework or set of pegs for holding things, the same root behind the rack used for storing items or for drying dishes. Put together, a hatrack is a rack for hats, and the plural names several such pieces of furniture or several racks of hats.

Synonyms: hat stands, hat holders