Pelisse
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pəˈliːs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pelisse is a noun meaning A fur-lined robe or cloak, especially as part of a uniform.
Meaning
A fur-lined robe or cloak, especially as part of a uniform.
More Meanings
- (now historical) A long cloak formerly worn by women, with a shoulder cape or hood, often lined or trimmed with fur.
- (now rare) An overgarment worn by children when outside.
Example Sentences
The mother was crimson in countenance and pelisse, and her ample dimensions spoke years of peace and plenteousness.
Mrs. Wix, after Miss Overmore's last demonstration, addressed herself wholly to the little girl […], drawing from the pocket of her dingy old pelisse a small flat parcel […]
Crawley is made to put on the brightest pea-green in her wardrobe, and my pupils leave off their thick shoes and tight old tartan pelisses, and wear silk stockings and muslin frocks, as fashionable baronets' daughters should.
Word Forms
- pelisses
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pilch, pelt, peignoir, roquelaure, wrapper, dolman.
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