noun · rare

capuchin

capuchin · capuchins

A monk in the Order of Friars Minor CapuchinA monk in the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin; (generally) a Franciscan.

/ˈkæp.ə.t͡ʃɪn/

Meaning

4 senses

A monk in the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin; (generally) a Franciscan.
A garment consisting of a cloak and hood, made in imitation of the dress of Capuchin monks.
A capuchin monkey.
A hooded pigeon.
a hooded cloak for women

1 languages

First use appears c. 1589, from French capuchin, from earlier capucin, from Italian cappuc

First use appears c. 1589, from French capuchin, from earlier capucin, from Italian cappuccino, ultimately from Late Latin cappa (“cape, hood”).

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plural: capuchins

Singular	capuchin
Plural	capuchins

regular

2 synonyms

Close in meaning

monkey of Central America and South America having thick hair on the head that resembles a monk's cowl:ringtail Cebus capucinus

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