cassock

UK
/ˈkæs.ək/
US
/ˈkæs.ək/

Translations

cassocknoun
cassocks
pl
UK
/ˈkæs.ək/
US
/ˈkæs.ək/
The priest wore a black cassock during the ceremony.
Священник носил черную рясу во время церемонии.
Additional translations
Synonyms
clerical garment
cassockadjective
UK
/ˈkæs.ək/
US
/ˈkæs.ək/
Attributive use of the noun: relating to or characteristic of a cassock (e.g., cassock pocket, cassock buttons).

Definitions

cassocknoun
A long, close-fitting garment worn by members of the clergy or others participating in church services.
The priest donned his cassock before the Sunday service.
An obsolete term for a loose overcoat or jacket formerly worn by soldiers or horsemen.
The 17th-century cavalryman’s cassock was lined with fur for warmth.
cassockadjective
Relating to, designed for, or characteristic of a cassock.
He chose cassock buttons to match the traditional garment.