calash

UK
/ˈkæl.æʃ/
US
/ˈkæl.æʃ/

Translations

calashnoun
calashes
pl
UK
/ˈkæl.æʃ/
US
/ˈkæl.æʃ/
The calash was beautifully decorated for the parade.
Каляска была красиво украшена для парада.
She wore a calash to protect her hair from the wind.
Она надела капор, чтобы защитить волосы от ветра.
Additional translations
calashadjective
UK
/kəˈlæʃ/
US
/kəˈlæʃ/
Used attributively to modify another noun (e.g., “a calash top”).

Definitions

calashnoun
A type of light carriage with a folding hood, used in the 18th and 19th centuries.
The couple enjoyed a leisurely ride through the countryside in their calash.
A folding hood or top of a carriage.
The calash was pulled up to shield the passengers from the sudden rain.
A type of bonnet worn by women in the 18th century, designed to cover the head and protect the hairstyle.
She adjusted her calash before stepping out into the windy street.
calashadjective
Relating to or characteristic of a calash carriage, hood, or bonnet.
The museum has a restored calash hood on display.