earflap
Hat's hanging extension
An earflap is a flap on a cap or hat that folds down to cover and protect the ear from cold weather.
Caps with earflaps are associated with cold climates and outdoor work: a fur-lined hat with earflaps, He pulled down the earflaps against the wind.
When not needed, earflaps typically fold up and fasten at the crown.
Fur hat, flaps optional
- trapperOne who catches animals
- aviatorOne who pilots aircraft
- bomberExplosive-delivery aircraft or saboteur
- deerstalkerBrimmed cap with flaps
With soft hide inside
- fleece-linedHaving soft insulation within
- sherpaNavigator through difficulty
- quiltedStitched through layered fabric
- insulatedShielded from heat loss
padded · lined · knit · wool · corduroy · suede · leather · plaid
Warm and snug
- snugComfortably close-fitting
- thermalPertaining to warmth
- toastyComfortably heated
- frostbite preventionProtecting skin from freezing
windproof · insulation · heat retention · coverage · bundled · layered
Violent prolonged snowstorm
- snowstormHeavy winter precipitation event
- windchillPerceived temperature drop
- subzeroBelow the freezing point
- freezingExtremely cold
arctic · polar · tundra · frost · sleet · nor'easter · flurry · bitter cold
Snow sport on runners
- snowboardingDescending slopes on single board
- ice-fishingAngling through frozen water
- sleddingRiding downhill on snow
- snowmobilingOperating motorized winter sleds
ushanka
Fur hat, flaps optional
fur-lined
With soft hide inside
- fleece-linedHaving soft insulation within
- sherpaNavigator through difficulty
- quiltedStitched through layered fabric
insulated · padded · lined · knit · wool · corduroy · suede · leather · plaid · velcro
cozy
Warm and snug
frostbite prevention · windproof · insulation · heat retention · coverage · bundled · layered
blizzard
Violent prolonged snowstorm
- snowstormHeavy winter precipitation event
- windchillPerceived temperature drop
- subzeroBelow the freezing point
freezing · arctic · polar · tundra · frost · sleet · nor'easter · flurry · bitter cold · harsh winter
skiing
Snow sport on runners
- snowboardingDescending slopes on single board
- ice-fishingAngling through frozen water
- sleddingRiding downhill on snow
snowmobiling · hunting · hiking · mountaineering · dog sledding