noun

noggin

NAH-gin/ˈnɑɡɪn/

A person's head, informally.

The woman points to her noggin in a playful pose.

A playful close-up portrait of a woman pointing to the top of her own head, making the head the unmistakable focal subject.

Etymology

Noggin first meant a small cup or mug, and later a small drink. Its playful use for the head came afterward, but the origin of the word remains unknown.

In context

Cowboy Cartel83:57

you know. Um, and depends on the color. I mean, I've had Chaz made me a black hat one time. Summertime thing heat your noggin up pretty good

Kent Rollins Interview | The Man Behind Cast Iron Cowboy (Outdoor Channel)

More examples

Watch your noggin as you climb into the car.
Use your noggin and think this through.
These wool hats keep our noggins warm.

Forms

noggin · noggins

Similar words

head: The standard word, without the playful or informal tone.
skull: Refers specifically to the bones that protect the brain.