The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:
Gypsy \Gyp"sy\ a. Pertaining to, or suitable for, gypsies. [1913 Webster] Gypsy hat, a woman's or child's broad-brimmed hat, usually of straw or felt. Gypsy winch, a small winch, which may be operated by a crank, or by a ratchet and pawl through a lever working up and down. [1913 Webster]