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Definition

To reside; to call a place home.

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In Context

  • "But all my ex’s live in Texas And that’s why I hang my hat in Tennessee"
  • "“Where does Hobart hang his hat?” Slocum asked. “His spread's up north, east of the Chugwater, and maybe north some.”"
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See Also

  • home is where you hang your hat
  • hang one's hat on
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to retire, call it a day (used especially in the context of sports).

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give a hoot; give a damn (to care about; to place value on something)
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