Hanger

/ˈhæŋər/ noun

Definition

A curved piece of wire or plastic that holds clothes up in a closet.

Etymology

Named 'hanger' because it hangs from a rod and helps clothes hang nicely too.

Kelly Says

A hanger is like a tiny person with outstretched arms that gives your clothes a hug! It keeps your shirts and dresses from getting wrinkled while they wait in the closet.

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