Associations to the word «Cloche»

Wiktionary

CLOCHE, noun. A glass covering, originally bell-shaped, for garden plants to prevent frost damage and promote early growth.
CLOCHE, noun. A bell-shaped, close-fitting women’s hat with a deep rounded crown and narrow rim.
CLOCHE, noun. (aviation) An apparatus used in controlling certain aeroplanes, consisting principally of a steering column mounted with a universal joint at the base, which is bell-shaped and has attached to it the cables for controlling the wing-warping devices, elevator planes, etc.

Dictionary definition

CLOCHE, noun. A low transparent cover put over young plants to protect them from cold.
CLOCHE, noun. A woman's close-fitting hat that resembles a helmet.

Wise words

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