2
: something that hangs, overhangs, or is suspended: such as
a
: a decorative strip of cloth
b
: a small sword formerly used by seamen
c
chiefly British
: a small wood on steeply sloping land
3
: a device by which or to which something is hung or hangs: such as
a
: a strap on a sword belt by which a sword or dagger can be suspended
b
: a loop by which a garment is hung up
c
: a device that fits inside or around a garment for hanging from a hook or rod
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This four-pack of poppers also comes with a decorative door hanger and a pack of 3D butterfly stickers.
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Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 6 Mar. 2024
Each unit easily velcros around a rod and features five cubbies for extra shelving, taking advantage of vertical unused space in your closet instead of over-stuffing it with hangers.
—Ali Faccenda, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2024
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Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 6 Mar. 2024
Each unit easily velcros around a rod and features five cubbies for extra shelving, taking advantage of vertical unused space in your closet instead of over-stuffing it with hangers.
—Ali Faccenda, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2024
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“Hanger.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hanger. Accessed 4 May. 2024.
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hanger
noun
hang·er
ˈhaŋ-ər 
1
: one that hangs
2
: a device by which something hangs
especially
: a device for hanging a garment from a hook or rod
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