noun

beanie

BEE-nee

Beanie (noun) means a snug, close-fitting cap, typically knitted from wool, without a brim. Example: “He pulled on a beanie before heading out into the cold.”

noun

A snug, close-fitting cap, typically knitted from wool, without a brim.

"He pulled on a beanie before heading out into the cold."

How to use beanie

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA soft knitted hat that fits closely over the head.

Common pairings

a knitted beanie wear a beanie

Word forms

beanies plural

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Etymology

From bean (slang for "head") + the diminutive suffix -ie.

Synonyms

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knit cap knit hat skull cap skullie skully snow cap snow hat ski cap ski hat sock cap stocking cap toque

Related words

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Rhymes for beanie

pie die lie tie sie vie hie i.e. brie movie eerie moxie

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Frequently asked questions

What does “beanie” mean?

The word “beanie” means a snug, close-fitting cap, typically knitted from wool, without a brim. In plain terms, a soft knitted hat that fits closely over the head.

How do you pronounce “beanie”?

“Beanie” is pronounced BEE-nee (/ˈbiː.ni/ in IPA).

How do you use “beanie” in a sentence?

Here is “beanie” used in a sentence: “He pulled on a beanie before heading out into the cold.”

What is another word for “beanie”?

Words with a similar meaning to “beanie” include knit cap, knit hat, skull cap, skullie, skully and snow cap.

What part of speech is “beanie”?

“Beanie” is a noun.

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