tonaca — meaning in English

English meaning

• cloth noun Woven, knitted, or felted material used for clothing, furnishing, or cleaning.
• frock noun A dress, especially one for a woman or girl (somewhat old-fashioned in everyday use).
• habit noun Something you do regularly, often without thinking about it.

Senses

tonaca is used for these senses in English:

• cloth A form of attire that represents a particular profession or status.
• frock An outer garment worn by priests and other clericals; a habit.
• habit A long piece of clothing worn by monks and nuns.

cloth — full definition

1. noun Woven, knitted, or felted material used for clothing, furnishing, or cleaning.
2. noun A tablecloth, especially one laid out for a meal.
3. noun The clergy or priesthood, referred to by their traditional dress.

frock — full definition

1. noun A dress, especially one for a woman or girl (somewhat old-fashioned in everyday use).
2. noun A loose robe worn by monks, priests, or other clergy.
3. verb To ordain someone as a member of the clergy.

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