I. ˈfräk noun
Etymology: Middle English frok, from Anglo-French froc, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German hroch mantle, coat
Date: 14th century
1. : an outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit
2. : an outer garment worn chiefly by men:
a. : a long loose mantle
b. : a workman's outer shirt ; especially : smock frock
c. : a woolen jersey worn especially by sailors
3. : a woman's dress
II. transitive verb
Date: 1828
1. : to clothe in a frock
2. : to make a cleric of