pinhat

noun
UK /ˈpɪnhæt/
US /ˈpɪnhæt/

A pinhat is a funny hat with a pin on it.

She wore a pinhat to the party and everyone laughed.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A small hat-shaped pin used as a decoration or badge.

He stuck a pinhat on his backpack.

3. A protective cover shaped like a hat that fits over a pin or needle.

Put the pinhat on the needle so it won't poke anyone.

4. A playful nickname for someone who always wears a hat with pins.

Our teacher is a real pinhat, always adding a new pin to her cap.