English

head

hɛd
Meaning: head (body part); leader; top
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

He wore a hat to keep his head warm.
He wore a hat to keep his head warm.
She held the umbrella over her head to stay dry.
She held the umbrella over her head to stay dry.
He tried to balance the book on his head while walking across the room.
He tried to balance the book on his head while walking across the room.
The male lion has a thick mane around its head.
The male lion has a thick mane around its head.
He has a shiny bald head.
He has a shiny bald head.

Usage Notes

Refers primarily to the anatomical head. Can also mean the person in charge or the top/front of something.

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