CHASUBLE


Meaning of CHASUBLE in English

n. a loose sleeveless usu. ornate outer vestment worn by a priest celebrating Mass or the Eucharist.

[ ME f. OF chesible, later -uble, ult. f. L casula hooded cloak, little cottage, dimin. of casa cottage ]

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