capuchin

Meaning

Noun

• A monk in the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin; a Franciscan.
• A garment consisting of a cloak and hood, made in imitation of the dress of Capuchin monks.
• A capuchin monkey.
• A hooded pigeon.

Origin

• Late 16th c., from French capuchin, from earlier capucin, from Italian cappuccino, ultimately from Late Latin cappa ("cape, hood").