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Noun high hat has 2 senses
- high-hat cymbal, high hat - cymbals that are operated by a foot pedal
--1 is a kind of cymbal
- dress hat, high hat, opera hat, silk hat, stovepipe, top hat, topper, beaver - a man's hat with a tall crown; usually covered with beaver or silk
--2 is a kind of hat, chapeau, lid
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Term: high hat
Noun:
1. A cymbal mounted on a stand and played with a foot-operated pedal.
- Sample sentence: The drummer skillfully played the high hat, adding a sharp rhythm to the music.
- Related products: High Hat Cymbal
2. A tall, cylindrical, or conical hat with a narrow brim, typically worn by certain professionals or as a fashion statement.
- Sample sentence: The magician pulled a rabbit out of his high hat, amazing the audience.
- Related products: Tall Cylinder Hat
3. A snobbish or superior attitude or behavior.
- Sample sentence: John's high hat towards his colleagues made him unpopular in the office.
- Related products: Snobbish Attitude
Adjective:
1. Markedly snobbish or haughty in nature.
- Sample sentence: The high hat lady walked past us without a word or glance.
- Related products: Haughty Behavior
Verb:
1. To behave in an arrogant or disdainful manner towards others.
- Sample sentence: The rich businessman high-hatted the workers, looking down on their efforts.
- Related products: Arrogant Behavior |