Meaning
A hood, or cape with a hood, made of or lined with grey fur, formerly worn by the clergy.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English amit, from Old French emit, from Latin amictus, from amiciō (see there for more). Compare French amict, Italian amitto, Portuguese amicto.
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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