Calotte
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /kəˈlɑt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Calotte is a noun meaning A skullcap worn by Roman Catholic priests.
Meaning
A skullcap worn by Roman Catholic priests.
More Meanings
- (anatomy) The upper (superior) or lower (inferior) half of the globe of the eye.
- (architecture) A round cavity or depression, in the form of a cup or cap, lathed and plastered; used to diminish the rise or elevation of a moderate chapel, alcove, etc. which would otherwise be too high for other pieces of the apartment.
- (archaic) The vertical central area of the crown of a bird's head.
Word Forms
- calottes
Synonyms for calotte
Depending on context, synonyms include zucchetto.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include callot, cornercap, cervelliere, scullcap, skull-cap, calvaria.
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