Hatstand

Alternative forms

• hat stand, hat-stand

Origin

hat + stand

Full definition of hatstand

Noun

1. (UK) A device used to store hats upon. Usually made of wood and standing at least five foot tall, they have a single pole making up most of the height, with a sturdy base to prevent toppling, and an array of lengthy pegs at the top for placement of hats.

Synonyms

• (pole with pegs) coatstand; hatrack, coatrack US

Adjective

1. (UK, slang) Crazy, insane.