Definitions

1. noun

a county in south-east England, bordering the North Sea and the English Channel

“The scenic coastline of Kent is known for its picturesque fishing villages.”

2. verb

to wear or provide with a hat, typically as a mark of respect or to conceal one’s identity

“The detective told the suspect to kent up before the witness could identify them.”

3. verb

to provide with a hat, especially as a mark of respect or to conceal one’s identity

“The barber kent the new recruit for his first day of work.”

4. noun

a unit of length in the British imperial system, equal to 1,000 yards or 0.621371 miles

“The long-distance runner covered over a kent in her record-breaking run.”

5. noun

a type of small, fast ship, typically used for reconnaissance or coastal patrol

“The navy deployed a kent to monitor the coastline for any signs of enemy activity.”

6. verb

to fit with a hat or headgear, typically as a mark of respect or to conceal one’s identity

“The soldier kent his helmet before entering the combat zone.”