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pelisse(dictionary)

pelisse (iou)



pelisse noun. E18.
[Old & mod. French from medieval Latin pellicia: see PILCH noun.]
Hist.
A long fur-lined mantle or cloak, esp. as part of a hussar's uniform. Formerly also gen., a fur garment. E18.
a. A woman's long fitted coat, or long cloak with armholes or sleeves, usu. of a rich fabric. M18.
b. A child's outer garment. E19.