hanger

noun

hang·​er ˈhaŋ-ər How to pronounce hanger (audio)
1
: one that hangs or causes to be hung or hanged
2
: something that hangs, overhangs, or is suspended: such as
a
: a decorative strip of cloth
b
: a small sword formerly used by seamen
c
chiefly British : a small wood on steeply sloping land
3
: a device by which or to which something is hung or hangs: such as
a
: a strap on a sword belt by which a sword or dagger can be suspended
b
: a loop by which a garment is hung up
c
: a device that fits inside or around a garment for hanging from a hook or rod

Examples of hanger in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web They are typically made of solid plastic and use metal components like split rings, hook hangers, and treble hooks. Shaye Baker, Field & Stream, 20 Mar. 2024 They'd be chucked on the floor, and hangers on the bed. Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 28 Feb. 2024 Upon closer inspection, the jacket is emblazoned with a retro Barbie logo along with sunglasses, a hanger, and a purse on the chest. Lindy Segal, Glamour, 4 Feb. 2024 Sadly, that impressive collection of metal dry-cleaner hooks and plastic hangers from college isn't going to cut it anymore. Gia Yetikyel, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2023 Instead of using a traditional wire hook or string hanger, this one—which has 865 five-star Amazon ratings and counting—anchors the ornament to the branch as tightly as possible, and makes for far less breakage in the long run. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Dec. 2023 The feeder comes with a seed scoop, metal hanger, mount and screws, and a USB-C charging cable. Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2023 The result was released in 2021 as Arterton’s first and still best-selling product, the signature garment bag made from 10 oz waxed cotton with a dual-zip opening and holes enough to accommodate three hangers. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2024 Garten held one of her signature button-down denim shirts from Talbots on a hanger off to the side. Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 28 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of hanger was in the 15th century

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“Hanger.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hanger. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

hanger

noun
hang·​er ˈhaŋ-ər How to pronounce hanger (audio)
1
: one that hangs
2
: a device by which something hangs
especially : a device for hanging a garment from a hook or rod

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