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ˈhat-block [See block n. 4 a.] A form or mould upon which a man's hat is shaped. Hence hat-block maker, hat-block turner.
1723Lond. Gaz. No. 6192/9 Thomas Bossworth..Hat-Block Turner. 1858Simmonds Dict. Trade, Hat-block maker, a manufacturer of the solid wooden shapes used in blocking or forming hats. |