TALMA

Etymology

Probably named after François Joseph Talma (1763–1826), French actor.

Noun

talma (plural talmas)

(dated) A kind of large cape, or short, full cloak.

Anagrams

• Malta, malta, tamal

Source: Wiktionary


Tal"ma, n.; pl. Talmas. Etym: [Prob. so called from Talma, a French actor.] (a) A kind of large cape, or short, full cloak, forming part of the dress of ladies. (b) A similar garment worn formerly by gentlemen.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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