Meaning
A long outer garment worn over the shoulders covering the back; a cape, often with a hood.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English cloke, from Old Northern French cloque (“travelling cloak”), from Medieval Latin clocca (“travelers' cape, literally “a bell”, so called from the garment’s bell-like shape”), of Celtic origin, from Proto-Celtic *klokkos, ultimately imitative. Doublet of cloche and clock.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 6 recorded puzzles: