A type of men’s hat.
Trilby
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Trilby, that is."
"I've never seen such a Trilby in all my life."
Etymology & History
British term for narrow-brimmed felt hat. From character in George du Maurier's 1894 novel 'Trilby'. Similar to fedora but British term specifically describes narrower brim. Shows British hat culture.
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Region
General British
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Era
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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