fedora

noun

fe·​do·​ra fi-ˈdȯr-ə How to pronounce fedora (audio)
: a low soft felt hat with the crown creased lengthwise

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This pick from Sam Edelman is a seasonal spin on a classic leather jacket with faux shearling on the notched collar, cuffs, and hemline, adding a layer of warmth perfect for winter in Paris — especially when worn with a stylish cashmere scarf and fedora. Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2024 Partway through the show, Rauw stepped onstage in a coat and fedora, bringing a vintage salsa vibe to the setlist. Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 21 Nov. 2024 Accessories include velvet slippers and derby shoes, cashmere scarves, fedoras and bow ties. Samantha Conti, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024 Jackson also paid homage to one of his musical and dancing heroes in it via a white suit and matching fedora that tipped its hat to dancer/actor/singer Fred Astaire. Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 30 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fedora 

Word History

Etymology

Fédora (1882), drama by V. Sardou

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fedora was in 1883

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“Fedora.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fedora. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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fedora

noun
fe·​do·​ra fi-ˈdōr-ə How to pronounce fedora (audio)
-ˈdȯr-
: a low soft felt hat with the crown creased lengthwise

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