bonnet

/ˈbɒn.ɪt//ˈbɑn.ɪt/

noun

  1. 1

    A type of hat, once worn by women or children, held in place by ribbons tied under the chin.

  2. 2

    A traditional Scottish woollen brimless cap; a bunnet.

  3. 3

    (by extension) The polishing head of a power buffer, often made of wool.

  4. 4

    The hinged cover over the engine of a motor car; a hood.

  5. 5

    A length of canvas attached to a fore-and-aft sail to increase the pulling power.

  6. 6

    An accomplice of a gambler, auctioneer, etc., who entices others to bet or to bid.

  7. 7

    The second stomach of a ruminant.

  8. 8

    Anything resembling a bonnet (hat) in shape or use.

verb

  1. 1

    To put a bonnet on.

  2. 2

    To take off the bonnet or cap as a mark of respect; to uncover.

  3. 3

    To pull the bonnet or cap down over the head of.

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