cassock
/ˈkæsək/
Word Rarity
Very rare
Frequency: Zipf frequency 2.23 in modern English
15
Scrabble Score
7
Letters
2
Syllables
5
Unique Chars
Meaning
noun
An item of clerical clothing: a long, sheath-like, close-fitting, ankle-length robe worn by clergy members of some Christian denominations.
Example Sentences
- "It was a joy to snatch some brief respite, and find himself in the rectory drawing–room. Listening here was as pleasant as talking; just to watch was pleasant. The young priests who lived here wore cassocks and birettas; their faces were fine and mild, yet really strong, like the rector's face; and in their intercourse with him and his wife they seemed to be brothers."
- "In one of the aisles there was an elaborately carved confessional box and I recognised the village priest in his heavy mountain boots and black cassock as he entered it and drew the dark velvet curtains behind him."
- "When leading worship, Elsie usually wore a long black cassock and preaching bands. This would, of course, save her from the worry of choosing a suitable costume."
Etymology
From Middle French casaque (“cloak”).
Origin
Word Breakdown
- Root: casaque
Regional Pronunciation
- American English: /ˈkæsək/
- British English: /ˈkasək/
Usage
Subject
Wiktionary places this term in Religion.