Q. What is a hanger stand called?

Answer

As the name implies, a coat rack also known as a hanger stand is a place to hang outerwear such as coats and jackets from the wall. The freestanding version is more often known as a hat stand and is used to store items like hats, coats, and umbrellas. They are typically at least 5 feet (1.5 m) tall, constructed of wood, and have a single pole that accounts for most of the height, a stable base, and an assortment of long pegs at the top for placing hats. Due to the limited space in the entryways of smaller homes, a hat rack was often hung from the ceiling to accommodate guests' outerwear.