The crossword solutions for the term 'HAT; PANAMA' are 'STRAW'. STRAW hats are a type of hat that is made from dried grasses, such as wheat, rye, and oats. They are usually woven into a pliable material and then shaped into a hat. The most famous type of STRAW hat is the Panama hat, which originated in Ecuador and was popularized by President Theodore Roosevelt when he wore one during a visit to the Panama Canal in 1906.