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monterey

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //ˌmɑnɝˈeɪ// mon·terey Archaic

n. a type of hat with a round top and a brim that turns up, often worn by soldiers or travelers in the past.

n. a style of cap or hat featuring a round crown and a brim that can be turned up, historically associated with military or outdoor dress.


SIMPLE

The soldier wore a traditional monterey during the march.

CONTEXTUAL

In the historical drama, the protagonist is often seen wearing a weathered monterey as he travels across the countryside.

COMPLEX

The museum's collection of 17th-century military attire includes a remarkably well-preserved monterey, showcasing the intricate stitching and durable felt common to the period.

Origin

Borrowed from Spanish Monterrey, from Galician Monterrei, from monte (“mountain”) + rei (“king”).

Usage

Primarily found in historical or architectural descriptions of period costume; rarely used in modern fashion contexts.

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