A hat is a piece of clothing worn on the head, often for warmth, protection, or style.
From Old English “hæt,” related to Germanic words for head coverings. Hats have been part of human clothing for thousands of years, in many forms.
The expression “wear many hats” comes from times when your hat showed your job or status. Saying someone wears many hats means they play many roles, not that their closet is overflowing.
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