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manteau

Syllabification: (man·teau)
Pronunciation: /manˈtō/

Definition of manteau

noun (plural manteaus or manteaux /-ˈtōz/)

historical
  • a loose gown or cloak worn by women.

Origin:

late 17th century: from French; compare with mantua

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