Hooded

'hʊdɪd

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Definitions

2 meanings
1

Covered or provided with a hood.

'hʊdɪd

adjectiveneutralBeginner
Appearance

Having or wearing a hood

The hooded figure stood in the shadows.

💡 Simply: Imagine someone wearing a jacket or sweatshirt with a hood. 'Hooded' describes that person or thing.

👶 For kids: Like a coat with a hat that's part of it!

More Examples

2

She wore a hooded sweatshirt to stay warm.

3

The bird was a hooded crow.

How It's Used

Fashion

"The model wore a hooded jacket for the photoshoot."

Nature

"The hooded cobra is known for its distinctive appearance."

Wildlife

"The hooded crow is widespread throughout Europe."

2

Having a part resembling or functioning like a hood.

'hʊdɪd

adjectiveneutralmedium
Appearance

Having a similar appearance or function to a hood

The hooded headlights gave the car a sleek look.

💡 Simply: Think of something that has a covering that hangs down like a hood, even if it's not actually a hood.

👶 For kids: Something that looks like it has a little hat!

More Examples

2

The snake raised its hooded neck.

3

The camera had a hooded lens to prevent glare.

How It's Used

Zoology

"The hooded cobra is recognized by its hood."

Design

"The hooded headlights gave the car a sporty look."

Tip:Think of an object that is shaped like a hood.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Antonyms

From Middle English *hodded, past participle of hodden* ("to provide with a hood"), from Old English *hod* ("hood").

Used since Middle English to describe anything with a hood or hood-like covering.

Memory tip

Think of someone wearing a hood to protect their head from the cold or rain.

Word Origin

LanguageOld English
Original meaning

"hood"

hooded figurehooded sweatshirthooded eyeshooded headlightshooded cobra

Common misspellings

hoodedhoodidhoodded

Usage

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