bowler
Translation
bowler, bowler hat
Examples
He is a professional bowler.
He is a professional bowler.
He wore a classic bowler hat.
He wore a classic bowler hat.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a person who plays bowling. He is a professional bowler.
((noun)) a type of hard, round hat. He wore a classic bowler hat.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (person) player; (hat) derby hat
Etymology
From the verb 'to bowl' + '-er' (agent suffix). The hat is named after its creators, Thomas and William Bowler.
Memory Tips
A 'bowler' is a person who likes to 'bowl'. The hat looks like an upside-down 'bowl'.