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Sombrero
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<p>In English, a <i>sombrero</i> is a type of wide-brimmed <a href="/facts/Culture_of_Mexico/L71yt3Yk">Mexican</a> men's <a href="/facts/Hat/EHhEd47A">hat</a> used to shield the face and eyes from the sun. It usually has a high, pointed crown; an extra-wide <a href="/facts/Hat_brim/kHrFHqUc">brim</a> (broad enough to cast a shadow over the head, neck, and shoulders of the wearer) that is slightly upturned at the edge; and a chin strap to hold it in place. </p><p>In Mexico, this hat type is known as a <i>sombrero de charro</i> ('<a href="/facts/Charro/0CjdYbq5">charro</a> hat', referring to the traditional Mexican horsemen). In Spanish, any hat is considered a sombrero. </p>