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Cassock
//ˈkæsək// noun
Definitions
Noun
- 1 An item of clerical clothing: a long, sheath-like, close-fitting, ankle-length robe worn by clergy members of some Christian denominations.
"It was a joy to snatch some brief respite, and find himself in the rectory drawing–room. Listening here was as pleasant as talking; just to watch was pleasant. The young priests who lived here wore cassocks and birettas; their faces were fine and mild, yet really strong, like the rector's face; and in their intercourse with him and his wife they seemed to be brothers."
- 2 a black garment reaching down to the ankles; worn by priests or choristers wordnet
- 3 A military cloak or long coat worn by soldiers or horsemen in the 16th and 17th centuries. obsolete
- 4 A coarse, loose cloak or gown, worn by women, sailors, shepherds, countryfolk etc. obsolete
Etymology
From Middle French casaque (“cloak”).
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