Header Definition & Meaning

header
noun
  1. a line of text serving to indicate what the passage below it is about; "the heading seemed to have little to do with the text"
  2. horizontal beam used as a finishing piece over a door or window
  3. brick that is laid sideways at the top of a wall
  4. a framing member crossing and supporting the ends of joists, studs, or rafters so as to transfer their weight to parallel joists, studs, or rafters
  5. a machine that cuts the heads off grain and moves them into a wagon
  6. (soccer) the act of hitting the ball with your head
  7. a headlong jump (or fall); "he took a header into the shrubbery"

"Header" in song lyrics

See how header is used in real songs:

  • "Until you're cheddar header"
    Gorillaz f/ De La Soul — Feel Good Inc.
  • "We get yay, But would never be a header"
    Loon f/ E-40, The Game, Kelis — How You Want That (West Coast Remix)
  • "Of something better, tsunami plus volcano; double header!"
    Lost Secret f/ Storm Da Ghetto Mutant — End of the Beginning

Usage tips for "header"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "header" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for header to find words that pair well.

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