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hoods

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noun

A covering for the head attached to a larger garment such as a jacket or cloak.

Examples :

"The children pulled their hoods up over their heads to protect themselves from the rain. "

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noun

A distinctively coloured fold of material, representing a university degree.

Examples :

"At the graduation ceremony, we could easily identify the PhD candidates by the vibrant red hoods they wore over their gowns. "

culture education degree wear

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noun

An enclosure that protects something, especially from above.

Examples :

"The restaurant kitchen had stainless steel hoods above the stoves to vent out smoke and steam. "

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A soft top of a convertible car or carriage.

Examples :

"We put the hoods up on the convertible because it started to rain. "

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The hinged cover over the engine of a motor vehicle: known as a bonnet in other countries.

Examples :

"The mechanic lifted the hoods of the cars to inspect the engines. "

vehicle part machine

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A metal covering that leads to a vent to suck away smoke or fumes.

Examples :

"The chef cleaned the grease filters in the restaurant's hoods over the stoves. "

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verb

To cover something with a hood.

Examples :

"The parent hoods the baby carriage when it starts to rain. "

wear appearance

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noun

Gangster, thug.

Examples :

"The store owner was scared when a group of hoods started hanging around outside, threatening customers. "

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noun

Examples :

"What’s goin’ down in the hood?"

area place society

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noun

Person wearing a hoodie.

Examples :

"The security guard asked the hoods to take their hoodies off before entering the store. "

person wear style appearance