Plural of hat: a covering for the head, worn for warmth, protection, or fashion.
From Old English 'hæt,' related to Old Norse 'höttr' and Old High German 'huot.' The word has meant head-covering consistently since ancient times.
In medieval times, hats were so important to identity that laws literally said which hat you could wear based on your social class! Your hat told everyone your job, wealth, and social status instantly.
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