hood
Plural
hoods
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a metal part that covers the engine of a vehicle
A hood is the hinged cover that rests over the engine compartment of a vehicle. It can be lifted to provide access to the engine, battery, and other vital components for maintenance or repairs. The hood is typically made of metal or lightweight materials and helps protect the engine from dirt, debris, and weather conditions. It also contributes to the vehicle's overall appearance, with different designs depending on the make and model. In some vehicles, the hood is equipped with safety features such as a latch to ensure it stays closed while driving.
- He popped the hood of the car to check the engine after it started making strange noises.
- The mechanic lifted the hood to inspect the damage from the minor accident.
- She slammed the hood shut after filling up the windshield washer fluid.
- A layer of dust had accumulated on the hood, indicating the car hadn't been driven in months.
- The hood of the sports car gleamed under the showroom lights, showcasing its pristine condition.
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a part of a sweatshirt or coat that covers the head but leaves the face open
A hood is a type of head covering that extends to cover the neck, head, and sometimes the face. Hoods can be found in a variety of clothing items, such as jackets, sweatshirts, and robes. They are often designed to provide warmth and protection from the elements, but can also be used for fashion purposes. Some hoods may feature drawstrings or other mechanisms to adjust the fit, and some may be detachable or foldable. Hoods can also be designed with additional features such as lining, fur, or ear flaps to further enhance their functionality.
- She pulled up the hood of her sweatshirt to shield herself from the unexpected rain.
- The jacket's hood was lined with soft fleece, providing extra warmth during the winter.
- He adjusted the hood of his coat as the wind picked up, whipping around him.
- The children loved their new raincoats with bright, colorful hoods that kept them dry.
- She wore a hoodie with the hood up, making her almost unrecognizable in the crowd.
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a metal or protective covering over a vent to direct or exhaust smoke, fumes, or air
- The kitchen hood removed smoke from cooking.
- Industrial hoods vented chemical fumes safely.
- The vent hood was installed above the stove.
- Maintenance workers cleaned the factory hood regularly.
- A hood prevents smoke from spreading indoors.
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a violent and aggressive young criminal
- The police arrested a hood involved in local thefts.
- Neighborhoods were wary of hoods lurking around at night.
- He grew up around hoods and petty crime.
- The hood threatened the shopkeeper.
- Local youths sometimes turn into hoods in rough areas.
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an expandable part or marking on the head or neck of an animal that resembles a hood
- The cobra flared its hood when threatened.
- Some snakes have distinctive hoods with patterns.
- Hoods in certain reptiles serve as a warning signal.
- The snake's hood indicated it was ready to strike.
- The chameleon can flare its neck hood during displays.
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the folding roof of a horse-drawn or motor vehicle
- The carriage's hood was lowered in the sunshine.
- Early automobiles had a leather hood to protect passengers.
- She raised the hood on the buggy before the rain started.
- The taxi driver lifted the hood for inspection.
- The hood of the carriage was reinforced with metal.
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a leather cover placed over a hawk's head to keep it calm
- The falconer put a hood on the hawk.
- Hawks remain calm when wearing a hood.
- The hood prevented the bird from seeing distractions.
- She adjusted the falcon's hood carefully.
- The bird tolerated the hood during transport.
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a tubular attachment on a camera lens that blocks stray light
- He fitted a hood to the lens to reduce glare.
- The hood prevented lens flare in bright conditions.
- Photographers often use hoods outdoors.
- The hood improved image contrast by blocking unwanted light.
- She removed the hood before storing the camera.
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a neighborhood, often referring to an urban or rough area
- He grew up in a tough hood on the east side.
- There's a lot of pride in my hood.
- She moved out of the hood to live closer to downtown.
- The party was right in the middle of the hood.
- Everyone in the hood knows each other.
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a protective covering that is part of a plant, often enclosing flowers or seeds
- The flower's hood protected the reproductive organs.
- Some orchids have prominent hoods over their blossoms.
- The hood of the plant shields seeds from rain.
- The pitcher plant's hood prevents water from overflowing.
- The hood is characteristic of this genus.
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a garment worn over the shoulders and back, typically with a colorful lining and trim, to signify the academic degree and field of study of the wearer
A hood is a piece of academic regalia worn during formal ceremonies, such as graduations, draped over the shoulders and hanging down the back. It is typically part of the attire worn by graduates receiving advanced degrees. The color and lining of the hood often represent the graduate's field of study, while the trim may indicate the institution from which they graduated. The hood symbolizes the graduate's academic achievements and is an important part of the tradition and ceremony of higher education graduations.
- The doctoral candidate proudly wore a hood with gold trim, indicating the completion of their Ph.D. in Psychology.
- Each faculty member's hood was unique, reflecting their academic discipline and alma mater.
- During the graduation ceremony, students received their hoods as a symbol of their academic achievements.
- The blue and white hood represented the bachelor's degree in Education conferred upon the graduate.
- The master's degree candidate chose a hood lined with green and gold to represent their field of study in Environmental Science.