Cassock: meaning, definitions and examples

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cassock

 

[ หˆkรฆsษ™k ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

clothing

A long, close-fitting garment worn by members of certain religious orders or clerics.

Synonyms

habit, robe, vestment

Examples of usage

  • He wore a black cassock with a white clerical collar.
  • The priest's cassock billowed in the wind as he walked.
Context #2 | Noun

history

A close-fitting ankle-length garment with a single-breasted, button-down front, worn by men in the 18th century.

Synonyms

frock coat, tailcoat

Examples of usage

  • The historical reenactor was dressed in a period cassock.
  • The cassock was a popular choice of attire for gentlemen in the 1700s.

Translations

Translations of the word "cassock" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น batina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคพเคธเฅ‰เค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Talar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jubah pendeta

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ััะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sutanna

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใ‚ฝใƒƒใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท soutane

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sotana

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cรผppe

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ˆ˜๋‹จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุซูˆุจ ุงู„ูƒุงู‡ู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ klerika

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ klerika

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้•ฟ่ข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sutana

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kyrtill

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัำ™ัƒะบะตะปะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒกแƒแƒ™แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sutana

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sotana

Word origin

The word 'cassock' originated from the Middle French word 'casaque' meaning a long coat or cloak. It was later adopted into English in the 16th century. The cassock has been traditionally associated with religious attire, particularly in Christian denominations where it is worn by clergy members. Over time, the style and usage of the cassock have evolved, reflecting changes in fashion and religious practices. In the 18th century, the term also referred to a specific type of men's garment, highlighting its versatility in historical clothing.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,072, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.