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- [kas-uh k]
- /ˈkæs ək/
- /ˈkæs.ək/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kas-uh k]
- /ˈkæs ək/
Definitions of cassock word
- countable noun cassock A cassock is a long piece of clothing, often black, that is worn by members of the clergy in some churches. 3
- noun cassock an ankle-length garment, usually black, worn by priests and choristers 3
- noun cassock a long, closefitting vestment, generally black, worn as an outer garment or under the surplice by members of the clergy, choristers, etc. 3
- noun cassock a long, close-fitting garment worn by members of the clergy or others participating in church services. 1
- noun cassock a lightweight, double-breasted ecclesiastical coat or jacket, worn under the Geneva gown. 1
- noun cassock a member of the clergy. 1
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Origin of cassock
First appearance:
before 1540 One of the 30% oldest English words
1540-50; < Middle Frenchcasaque, perhaps < a Turkic word akin to the source of Cossack
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Parts of speech for Cassock
noun
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preposition
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cassock popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
cassock usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for cassock
noun cassock
- abbey — An abbey is a church with buildings attached to it in which monks or nuns live or used to live.
- bishop — A bishop is a clergyman of high rank in the Roman Catholic, Anglican, and Orthodox churches.
- cardinal — A cardinal is a high-ranking priest in the Catholic church.
- chaplain — A chaplain is a member of the Christian clergy who does religious work in a place such as a hospital, school, prison, or in the armed forces.
- clerk — A clerk is a person who works in an office, bank, or law court and whose job is to look after the records or accounts.
Antonyms for cassock
Top questions with cassock
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