shovel hat

noun2

1. •
   A broad-brimmed style of hat, varying widely in detail, generally turned up at the sides and projecting in front like a shovel, formerly worn by some clergy.

   • At one period, our ministers, were distinguished and held in contempt for their Puritanism and Methodism; but now they excite risibility, by the use of the "fire shovel hat". — 1816
2. •
   (informal, no longer used) During the period of the popularity of shovel hats as clerical hats: any ecclesiastic, particularly one in traditional garb.

   • I expected that the fire-shovel hats would get it in that Number; and they have got it, and laid on with a heavy hand! — 1822