Capote
/kəˈpoʊt/noun
A long loose coat or cloak, especially one worn for protection from the weather.
Did you know?Capote ultimately comes from a Late Latin word for a hood or cowl, showing how everyday clothing terms often began as practical protection before becoming style.
Etymological Timeline
Late Latin
LL
cappa
“A hood, cape, or cloak”
Old French
OF
capote
“A hooded cloak or outer garment”
16th Century
French
capote
“A cloak or coat with a hood”
18th Century
English
capote
“A loose outer coat or cloak, especially a military or fur-lined one”
Modern English
English
capote
“A long loose coat or cloak”