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Meaning of hood

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

hood

Pronunciation:[hɪ̈d]

noun

Definitions

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

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

  3. An enclosure that protects something, especially from above.

  4. A soft top of a convertible car or carriage.

verb

Definitions

  1. To cover something with a hood.

    Antonyms:unhood

hood

Pronunciation:[hɪ̈d]

noun

Definitions

  1. Neighborhood.

    Example: What’s goin’ down in the hood?

adjective

Definitions

  1. Relating to inner-city everyday life, both positive and negative aspects; especially people’s attachment to and love for their neighborhoods.