Definition of cowl
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: a hood or long hooded cloak especially of a monk
b
: a draped neckline on a woman's garment
2a
: a chimney covering designed to improve the draft
b
: the top portion of the front part of an automobile body forward of the two front doors to which are attached the windshield and instrument board
c
: cowling
cowl
verb
cowled; cowling; cowls
Definition of cowl (Entry 2 of 2)
: to cover with or as if with a cowl
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The first known use of cowl was before the 12th century
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