Akubra

plural Akubras

1. AustraliaattributivesometimesA brand of Australian hat, especially a broad-brimmed model similar to a fedora, traditionally worn by Australian stockmen.First known use 20th c.

   He had to hold his Akubra at a rakish angle to keep from being blinded by the light.

   1996, Janette Turner Hospital, Oyster, paperback edition, Virago Press, page 61

   2 more examples

   Frank was wearing the large akubra (cowhand hat) that we had bought for our son and toting both carry-on bags.[…]We both looked back to see Frank trying to run with a heavy bag in each hand and yet not lose the akubra perched on his head.

   2004, Heather Campbell, Dear Hearts and Gentle People, page 59

   It was alright for a while, then I got the message that I wasn't quite the real Slim Dusty without my Akubra, so I put the old Sundowner back where it belonged.

   2007, Slim Dusty, Joy McKean, Another Day, Another Town, page 272

   Synonyms: Akubra hat