Akubra

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A brand of Australian hat, especially a broad-brimmed model similar to a fedora, traditionally worn by Australian stockmen.

Pronunciation

/əˈkuːbɹə/ EN-AU ck1 Akubra.ogg

Word forms

Akubra Akubras

Etymology

Proprietary name, of unknown origin. Sometimes said (without any apparent evidence) to be from an Australian Aboriginal language (Birrpayi [Term?]).

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