I. ˈrächə̇t noun
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Etymology: Middle English rochet, roget, ruget, from Middle French rouget, from Old French, from rouge red + -et — more at rouge
: red gurnard
II. noun
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Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French, from Old French, from (assumed) Old French roc coat (of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German roc coat) + Old French -et — more at frock
1. : a close-fitting white ecclesiastical vestment resembling a surplice usually with long close sleeves but sometimes winged or sleeveless that is worn especially by bishops and privileged prelates in some ceremonies
2. archaic : a loose smock or cloak worn as an outer garment