antoinette

/ˌæntwəˈnɛt, ˌæntwɒˈnɛt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of French hat, typically a soft felt hat with a narrow brim and indented crown, also the name of a type of cocktail or a variant of the classic Martini cocktail made with Lillet Blanc instead of dry vermouth

“She wore a beautiful antoinette to the formal gala.”

2. proper noun

The nickname of the ill-fated Queen of France, Marie Antoinette, born Archduchess Maria Antonia Josepha Johanna of Austria

“The tragic story of Marie Antoinette will always be remembered in history books.”

Synonyms

  • cocktail
  • hat
  • martini

Antonyms

  • baseball cap
  • sunglasses