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bonnet

The correct spelling is bonnet.

How to pronounce bonnet

/ˈbɒn.ɪt/
noun

IPA: /ˈbɒn.ɪt/

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The correct spelling is bonnet. A type of hat, once worn by women or children, held in place by ribbons tied under the chin.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A type of hat, once worn by women or children, held in place by ribbons tied under the chin.
  2. 2.A traditional Scottish woollen brimless cap; a bunnet.
  3. 3.(by extension) The polishing head of a power buffer, often made of wool.
  4. 4.The hinged cover over the engine of a motor car; a hood.
  5. 5.A length of canvas attached to a fore-and-aft sail to increase the pulling power.

verb

  1. 1.To put a bonnet on.
  2. 2.To take off the bonnet or cap as a mark of respect; to uncover.
  3. 3.To pull the bonnet or cap down over the head of.

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