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Dunce Cap

Definition: A tall, cone-shaped hat usually made of paper or felt, historically worn by students as a form of punishment for poor academic performance.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A conical hat symbolizing foolishness or stupidity.

Example Sentence: The clown at the party wore a dunce cap, adding to his comical appearance.

Sense 2: A form of disciplinary headgear used in schools.

Example Sentence: The misbehaving student was made to wear a dunce cap and sit in the corner of the classroom.

Sense 3: A metaphorical expression referring to someone's lack of intelligence.

Example Sentence: Despite his PhD, he often wears the dunce cap when it comes to common sense.

Sense 4: A historical reference to a medieval fool's hat.

Example Sentence: The court jester entertained the king wearing a colorful dunce cap with bells on the ends.

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