cowl

noun

Definition of cowlnext
1
as in cape

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as in hood

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Recent Examples of cowl Its matte black, carbon fiber-like appearance drew comparisons to Batman’s cowl in Nolan’s Dark Knight film trilogy. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 July 2026 This year was the dress’s second year on the carpet—this time around, Gardner added a larger-than-life cowl. — Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 June 2026 Whether taking on twisty roads, cruising around city streets, or ticking off miles on the highway, the Speedster exhibited no discernable cowl shake or flex. — Peter Nelson, Robb Report, 27 May 2026 Thick knits can be cut and sewn into simple beanies, fingerless gloves, wrist warmers, cowl necks, or ear-warmer headbands. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 25 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for cowl
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cowl
  1. cape
  2. hood
  3. pelisse
  4. bonnet
  5. poncho
  6. helmet
  7. capelet
  8. beret
Noun
  • Parasols shield tables overlooking the Dune du Pilat in a garden-like scene that sets itself apart from the cape’s toes-in-the-sand seafood locales.
    — Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026
  • The species features mainly black fur, cape-like shoulders and a long tail, per Florida Atlantic University’s release.
    — Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026
Definition of cape
Noun
  • Prices will start at 90 euros for a hood and other accessories in the capsule and go up to 450 euros for the charcoal wool coat.
    — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 20 July 2026
  • What’s concerning is that, from a team perspective, nothing under the hood suggests the poor results are flukey.
    — Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 20 July 2026
Definition of hood
Noun
  • Rather than betray alienation, her surviving correspondence—mostly to Cassandra—talks of fabrics, caps and pelisses (a type of woman’s cloak); social calls, dinners, and balls; the weather; her mother’s health; and people—often dozens of names.
    — Robert Garnett, WSJ, 14 July 2017
Definition of pelisse
Noun
  • Consider using a satin or silk bonnet and pillowcase to reduce friction, prevent breakage, and preserve your hairstyle while sleeping.
    — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 24 June 2026
  • Prairie grasses and bonnet strings whip in the wind as the creak of wagon wheels carries across the rippling grassland.
    — Alicia Underlee Nelson, Midwest Living, 22 June 2026
Definition of bonnet
Noun
  • Try looking for a shape that's less poncho-y and more trench-esque—that is, with a collar and separate sleeves.
    — Amber Rambharose, InStyle, 29 June 2026
  • On the touchline, Iraq’s manager Graham Arnold put a poncho on — but changed his mind after just 12 seconds, choosing to remain in his suit.
    — Tom Burrows, New York Times, 27 June 2026
Definition of poncho
Noun
  • Kidd likened resisting regulation of riding in truck beds to defying seat belt and motorcycle helmet laws.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 July 2026
  • Jarvis even has the essence, his blonde hair lusciously flowing from the back of his helmet after each clutch hit.
    — Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of helmet
Noun
  • Blondeau also shared a photo of a special, four-legged wedding guest — her dog, adorably dressed for the occasion in a black-and-white tuxedo — and a look at her Eva Bouskila floor-length gown, which featured a chic capelet with buttons up the back.
    — Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026
  • Wear it over jeans or a coat for a waist-defining moment; knotted over your shoulder as a capelet, or loose for undone elegance.
    — Talia Abbas, Vogue, 28 Feb. 2026
Definition of capelet
Noun
  • In London, Cynthia Erivo attended Wimbledon in a navy blue suit and matching beret by Ralph Lauren.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026
  • Many French fans sported blue jerseys and commemorative berets featuring the 2026 World Cup trophy.
    — Eva Andersen, CBS News, 22 June 2026
Definition of beret

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“Cowl.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cowl. Accessed 25 Jul. 2026.

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