PELISSE

Pelisse

A pelise was originally a short fur lined or fur trimmed jacket that was usually worn hanging loose over the left shoulder of hussar light cavalry soldiers, ostensibly to prevent sword cuts. The name was also applied to a fashionable style of woman's coat worn in the early 19th century.

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pelisse

Noun

  1. A fur-lined or fur robe or gown, especially as part of a uniform.
  2. A silk gown formerly worn by women, often lined or trimmed with fur.
  3. An overgarment worn by Victorian children when outside.


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