Definition

A type of hat that has two points or corners, often associated with the style worn by Napoleon Bonaparte.

Example

The soldier proudly wore his bicorne during the parade.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a bicorne hat in person?

No, I haven't, but I've read a lot about them.

I think they look so unique, especially the ones worn by Napoleon.

Yeah, they really stand out in history, don't they?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bicorne → It is formed from "bi-" (meaning two) and "corne" (from Old French *corne*, meaning horn). The word "bicorne" refers to a hat or object that has two horns or points, typically associated with a specific style of headwear.

Memory Tip

Think of 'two' ('bi-') and 'horns' ('corne') to remember that a bicorne is something with two points or horns.

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