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cassock

The correct spelling is cassock.

How to pronounce cassock

noun

IPA: /ˈkasək/

Say it like: Cas-sok

The correct spelling is cassock. A military cloak or long coat worn by soldiers or horsemen in the 16th and 17th centuries.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A military cloak or long coat worn by soldiers or horsemen in the 16th and 17th centuries.
  2. 2.A coarse, loose cloak or gown, worn by women, sailors, shepherds, countryfolk etc.
  3. 3.An item of clerical clothing: a long, sheath-like, close-fitting, ankle-length robe worn by clergy members of some Christian denominations.

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