Definition of cloche
1 : a bell- or dome-shaped cover:
a : a glass or plastic cover used to protect small outdoor plants from frost also : a similar cover used indoors to display or protect ornamental objects
b : a cover (as of metal or ceramic) placed over food during preparation or serving
2 : a woman's close-fitting hat usually with deep rounded crown and narrow brim
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The first known use of cloche was in 1882
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