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Meaning of PELISSE

Pronunciation:  pu'lees

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  a sleeveless cape that is lined or trimmed with fur
 
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 See Also: cape, mantle

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. \Pe*lisse"\, n.
    A lady's or child's long outer garment, of silk or other
    fabric.
    
  2. \Pe*lisse"\, n. [F., fr. L. pelliceus, pellicius, made
    of skins, fr. pellis a skin. Cf. {Pelt} skin, {Pilch}, and
    see 2d {Pell}.]
    An outer garment for men or women, originally of fur, or
    lined with fur; a lady's outer garment, made of silk or other
    fabric.
    
 

 

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