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Definition of Chapeau
Chapeau Chapeau Cha`peau", n.; pl. Chapeux. [F., fr. OF. chapel hat.
See Chaplet.]
1. A hat or covering for the head.
2. (Her.) A cap of maintenance. See Maintenance.
Chapeau bras[F. chapeau hat + bras arm], a hat so made that
it can be compressed and carried under the arm without
injury. Such hats were particularly worn on dress
occasions by gentlemen in the 18th century. A chapeau bras
is now worn in the United States army by general and staff
officers.