Paenula
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Paenula is a noun meaning A chasuble, especially in its older form.
Meaning
A chasuble, especially in its older form.
More Meanings
- (historical) A kind of woollen cloak or mantle used by Romans, worn on journeys and in rainy weather.
Example Sentences
The paenula, another type of cloak, was less bulky. It was triangular, closed in front, and had a V-shaped opening for the head. The paenula, being a garment designed for travelers, was shorter than the lacerna and the pallium.
The Romans were punctilious about dress and distinguished between the paenula of the poor, the toga worn by Roman citizens, and the chlamys, the short cloak worn by soldiers. While accessible to all first-century Romans, the paenula was […]
Word Forms
- paenulas
- paenulae
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include paludamentum, palla, pannuscorium, pall, peplus, paunce.
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