Meaning of the word deerstalker in English

What does deerstalker mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

deerstalker

US /ˈdɪr.stɔː.kər/
UK /ˈdɪəˌstɔːkə/
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Noun

a type of cap, typically made of tweed, with a peak at the front and back and earflaps that can be tied together on top, often associated with Sherlock Holmes

Example:
Sherlock Holmes is often depicted wearing a deerstalker hat.
He wore a tweed suit and a matching deerstalker for his outdoor adventure.