Associations to the word «Cassock»

Wiktionary

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

Dictionary definition

CASSOCK, noun. A black garment reaching down to the ankles; worn by priests or choristers.

Wise words

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