hooded
Pronunciation: [ˈhʊdɪd]
Word
Context: “appearance”
(adjective) when something has a hood, which is a part that covers the head. It's often seen on clothing like jackets or sweatshirts. A hood keeps your head warm and dry.
Example
She wore a cozy hooded sweatshirt while watching the movie.
Example
He didn't like the jacket because it was not hooded and offered no head protection.
Example
Do you prefer a hooded coat for winter or one without a hood?
Context: “animal behavior”
(adjective) when animals, especially certain snakes, have a flap of skin around their neck that can be raised. This makes them look bigger and is often used for protection or to scare others.
Example
The hooded cobra raised its neck flap when it felt threatened.
Example
The non-hooded snake slithered away without trying to scare anyone.
Example
Why do some snakes become hooded when they are in danger?
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