English

hood

hʊd
Meaning: a covering for the head attached to a garment
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

He pulled his hood up as it started to rain.
He pulled his hood up as it started to rain.
You can detach the hood from the jacket if you don't need it.
You can detach the hood from the jacket if you don't need it.

Usage Notes

A part of a coat or jacket that can be pulled up to cover the head. Also used for a car engine cover (US) or a neighborhood (informal).

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