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biretta

Pronunciation: /bɪˈrɛtə/

Definition of biretta

noun

  • a square cap with three flat projections on top, worn by Roman Catholic clergymen.

Origin:

late 16th century: from Italian berretta or Spanish birreta, based on late Latin birrus 'hooded cape'. Compare with beret

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