hatcheck

hat·check

 (hăt′chĕk′)
n.
A room for checking hats and other outer garments.
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hatcheck

(ˈhættʃɛk)
n
a cloakroom attendant
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hat•check

(ˈhætˌtʃɛk)

adj.
1. engaged in the checking of hats, coats, etc., into temporary safekeeping: a hatcheck girl.
2. used in checking hats, coats, etc.: a hatcheck room.
[1915–20]
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