cassock

Anglican priest in single-breasted cassock (1) with clerical collar

Meaning

Noun

  • An item of clerical clothing: a long, sheath-like, close-fitting, ankle-length robe worn by clergy members of some Christian denominations.
  • A military cloak or long coat worn by soldiers or horsemen in the 16th and 17th centuries.
  • A coarse, loose cloak or gown, worn by women, sailors, shepherds, countryfolk etc.

Origin

  • From Middle French casaque ("cloak").

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