leghorn (Meaning)
leghorn (n)
a stiff hat made of straw with a flat crown
leghorn (n.)
A straw plaiting used for bonnets and hats, made from the straw of a particular kind of wheat, grown for the purpose in Tuscany, Italy; -- so called from Leghorn, the place of exportation.
Synonyms & Antonyms of leghorn
Synonyms:
- sombrero
- stovepipe
- cowboy hat
- panama
- hood
- cloche
- turban
- hard hat
- fedora
- overseas cap
- casque
- tricorne
- kufi
- sunbonnet
- baseball cap
- beret
- hat
- castor
- cocked hat
- derby
- kepi
- service cap
- tam
- capuche
- pillbox
- zucchetto
- calotte
- mitre
- silk hat
- skullcap
- plug hat
- tricorn
- biretta
- Stetson
- stocking cap
- homburg
- boater
- toque
- high hat
- shako
- top hat
- bonnet
- topper
- helmet
- bowler
- fez
- picture hat
Synonyms:
leghorn Sentence Examples
- The white Leghorn chicken is renowned for its excellent egg-laying abilities.
- The Leghorn breed originated in the Italian region of Tuscany.
- The Leghorns' high-strung nature makes them prone to stress and anxiety.
- The characteristic white plumage of the Leghorn helps it blend into its surroundings.
- Leghorn chickens are known for their curious and inquisitive behavior.
- The Leghorn's small size and compact body enable it to navigate tight spaces.
- Leghorn hens are excellent mothers and often sit on their eggs for extended periods.
- The Leghorn feathering is relatively light, making it easier to groom and maintain.
- The Leghorn's upright carriage and alert demeanor contribute to its regal appearance.
- The Italian Leghorn is considered the most popular breed of chicken for commercial egg production.
FAQs About the word leghorn
a stiff hat made of straw with a flat crownA straw plaiting used for bonnets and hats, made from the straw of a particular kind of wheat, grown for the purpose
sombrero, stovepipe, cowboy hat, panama, hood, cloche, turban, hard hat, fedora, overseas cap
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The white Leghorn chicken is renowned for its excellent egg-laying abilities.
The Leghorn breed originated in the Italian region of Tuscany.
The Leghorns' high-strung nature makes them prone to stress and anxiety.
The characteristic white plumage of the Leghorn helps it blend into its surroundings.
