MANTEAUS

Noun

manteaus

plural of manteau

Source: Wiktionary


MANTEAU

Man`teau", n.; pl. F. Manteaux, E. Manteaus. Etym: [F. See Mantle, n.]

1. A woman's cloak or mantle.

2. A gown worn by women. [Obs.]

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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