Meaning of the word bonnets in English

What does bonnets mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bonnets

US /ˈbɑːnɪts/
UK /ˈbɒnɪts/

Plural Noun

1.

a woman's or child's hat, tied under the chin and often framing the face

Example:
The baby wore a cute little bonnet to protect her from the sun.
In historical dramas, women often wear elaborate bonnets.
2.

the hinged cover over the engine of a motor vehicle

Example:
He lifted the car's bonnet to check the oil.
Smoke was coming from under the bonnet.