hanger

Definition

  • noun: a usually curved piece of metal, plastic, or wood that is used for hanging clothing
  • noun: one that 'hangs' or causes to be hung or 'hanged'
  • synonyms: afforestation

Examples

  • The election was a real 'cliff-hanger'. No one knew who was going to win until the very end.

  • a star who is always surrounded by 'hangers-on'

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I'll come by before... let us give you a hand. Yeah, you gotta clear everything out, here. Dorothy is a real stickler. Not even a spare hanger can you leave behind. Gotta make sure nothing's tucked inside. A sock... Or undies or what have you. You did a real good job. (..)
    2014 Gone Girl