capuchon

Etymology

From French capuchon, see there.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˌkɑpyˈʃɔn/

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Noun

capuchon m (plural capuchons, diminutive capuchonnetje n)

1. A hood, which may be attached to a cape, permanently or detachable; especially said when:
   1. shaped as a pointed cap
   2. a rain-resistant cap

Etymology

From capuche +‎ -on.

Noun

capuchon m (plural capuchons)

1. A hood, which may be attached to a cape, permanently or detachable
2. Certain resembling objects

Further reading

• “capuchon” in le Trésor de la langue française informatisé (The Digitized Treasury of the French Language).