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# *wikitheft*
tricorner
The tricorne (also tricorn, tri-cornered hat or three-cornered hat) is a style of hat that was popular during the late 17th century and 18th century, falling out of style shortly before the French Revolution. At the peak of its popularity, the tricorne was worn as civilian dress and as part of military and naval uniforms.

Yes, I'm sad enough that this bothered me until I went and checked it.
(, Mon 19 Feb 2007, 17:10, archived)
# Because pirates are known for pronouncing and spelling things correctly?
And I'm letting the side down?
(, Mon 19 Feb 2007, 17:13, archived)
# yes
but one might call it a 'tricorner'
as one might also call a top hat a 'topper'.
p'raps
(, Mon 19 Feb 2007, 17:24, archived)