noun

cassock

KASUHK

Cassock (noun) means a long, close-fitting robe worn by clergy in some Christian traditions. Example: “The priest smoothed down his black cassock before the service.”

noun

A long, close-fitting robe worn by clergy in some Christian traditions.

"The priest smoothed down his black cassock before the service."

How to use cassock

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe long robe worn by priests and choirboys.

Common pairings

black cassock wear a cassock

Word forms

cassocks plural

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Etymology

From Middle French casaque ("cloak").

Origin: Middle French

Frequently asked questions

What does “cassock” mean?

The word “cassock” means a long, close-fitting robe worn by clergy in some Christian traditions. In plain terms, the long robe worn by priests and choirboys.

How do you pronounce “cassock”?

“Cassock” is pronounced KASUHK (/ˈkæsək/ in IPA).

How do you use “cassock” in a sentence?

Here is “cassock” used in a sentence: “The priest smoothed down his black cassock before the service.”

What part of speech is “cassock”?

“Cassock” is a noun.

Where does the word “cassock” come from?

The word “cassock” comes from Middle French. From Middle French casaque ("cloak").