What Does It Mean?

Glossary of Hat Terms

ALPINE	A Sport Hat Of Soft Felt Or Tweed. The crown slants upward to a lengthwise crease. The narrow brim is rolled up at the back and turned down in front . Brush or feather trim in the headband. Adapted from hats worn by people in the Swiss Alps. Also TYROLEAN HAT.
ARCTIC CAP	A Fabric Crown Insulated Cap With Goose Down. Mouton lamb storm flaps turn down to protect neck, ears and forehead.
BASEBALL CAP	Gored cap with visor. Button on top.
BUSH HAT	Wide-brimmed man's felt hat, turned up brim at one side. Also SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI HAT, CADDIE, CADDY, SLOUCH HAT.
CAP	Of ancient origin. Snug fitting head covering, usually with partial brim or visor. Many variations during Middle Ages for men, women and children. Modern versions as BASEBALL, HUNTING, JOCKEY, SPORTS, BOY'S ENGINEER, ARMY FORAGE, etc.

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