PELISSE

pelisse

(noun) a sleeveless cape that is lined or trimmed with fur

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

pelisse (plural pelisses)

A fur-lined or fur robe or gown, especially as part of a uniform.

(historical) A silk gown formerly worn by women, often lined or trimmed with fur.

An overgarment worn by Victorian children when outside.

Anagrams

• Seipels, Seiples, pieless

Source: Wiktionary


Pe*lisse", n. Etym: [F., fr. L. pelliceus, pellicius, made of skins, fr. pellis a skin. Cf. Pelt skin, Pilch, and see 2d Pell.]

Definition: An outer garment for men or women, originally of fur, or lined with fur; a lady's outer garment, made of silk or other fabric.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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