The upper part of the human body, or the front or upper part of the body of an animal, typically separated from the rest of the body by a neck, and containing the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth.
She wore a hat to protect her head from the sun.
A person in charge of something; a leader or director.
He was appointed as the head of the department last year.
The top or leading position in a group or organization.
She is at the head of the class in terms of academic performance.
The front or leading part of something, such as a line or procession.
The marching band was at the head of the parade.
A unit of measurement for counting livestock, especially cattle.
The farmer owns 50 head of cattle.
A person counted as one unit, especially when charging or paying per person.
The tour costs $20 per head.
A projection or extremity at the end of an object, such as the head of a nail or a pin.
He hammered the nail until the head was flush with the wood.
The foam or froth on the top of a glass of beer.
The bartender poured the beer carefully to ensure it had a good head.
The side of a coin showing a head or principal design, especially as opposed to tails.
The coin landed on heads.
A toilet or bathroom on a ship or boat.
He went below deck to use the head.
A compact mass of leaves on a plant, such as lettuce or cabbage, regarded as a single item of produce.
She bought two heads of lettuce for the salad.
The mind or brain regarded as the center of intellect, memory, or reasoning.
You need a clear head to solve these problems.
The source or upper end of a river, stream, or valley.