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noun
A steel skullcap formerly worn by members of the military.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: historical
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noun
A kind of cavalry helmet seen in the English Civil War.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: historical
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noun
A light woollen hood worn by ladies going out to an evening party.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: historical
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noun
A cap-shaped bandage for the head or for the stump of an amputated limb.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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History
From French capeline, from Latin cappella.
