ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Capeline

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ˈkæp.əˌlin/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Capeline is a noun meaning A cap-shaped bandage for the head or for the stump of an amputated limb.

Meaning

A cap-shaped bandage for the head or for the stump of an amputated limb.

More Meanings

  1. (historical) A steel skullcap formerly worn by members of the military.
  2. (historical) A kind of cavalry helmet seen in the English Civil War.
  3. (historical) A light woollen hood worn by ladies going out to an evening party.

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Related Words

Related dictionary entries include capelline, cappeline, skullcap, capstring, kepi, skull cap.

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