ˈkasək, -ˈaa- noun
( -s )
Etymology: Middle French casaque, from Persian kazhāghand padded jacket, from kazh, kaj raw silk + āghand stuffed
1. : a long loose coat or gown formerly worn by men and women ; specifically : a long coat formerly worn by soldiers
2.
a. : a long close-fitting garment reaching to the feet that is worn by the clergy of certain churches often during divine service under a surplice or vestments and by choristers under a surplice or cotta and by vergers as an outer garment
b. : a shorter light double-breasted coat or jacket usually of black silk that is worn under the Geneva gown
c. : an apronlike garment worn under vestments at outdoor ceremonies especially by Anglican clergymen — called also skirt cassock
3.
a. : the clerical or priestly office
b. : clergyman , priest
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