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cowl

noun

Definition of cowl

as in cape

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as in hood

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Recent Examples of cowl Upton, 34, wore a white, single off-the-shoulder minidress with a cowl neck and asymmetrical hemline. — Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 15 July 2026 Meanwhile, Damon’s wife-of-11-years channelled Athena herself in a angelic white silk gown that featured a studded halter construction, slightly plunging cowl neckline, backless design, and floor-sweeping skirt. — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 15 July 2026 Its cowl neckline and adjustable strap features feel considerate and flattering, draping me in a nice, summery shimmer that shines against a cute shoe (TK see below). — Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for cowl

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Noun

The black halter-neck evening gown featured a contrasting white high neck and a long, flowing cape-like scarf detail down the back.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026
But there’s Jet standing on the opposite bank, resplendent in a lacy, witchy cape, ready to welcome her sister to the other side.

— Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of cape

Noun

This could include door hinges, hood latches, and parking brake cables.

— John Paul, The Providence Journal, 11 Sep. 2026
Under the hood, the Intel Celeron N150 is a decent processor that's power-efficient, and the Google Titan C security chip keeps your machine safe from threats.

— K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of hood

Noun

But Jack genuinely got on the bonnet [hood] of the car with a stunt driver driving him around that church, all of that was Jack.

— Lisa de los Reyes, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026
North styled her electric blue hair in pigtails for the performance and swapped out her signature all-black aesthetic for a white lacy bonnet, a white military-style jacket cinched with buckles, and a ruffled skirt.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of bonnet

Noun

This is how designers came up with a trekking pole that packs 10 tools, a telescope that doubles as a flashlight, and a sleeping bag that can be worn as a poncho or used as a hammock.

— Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 1 Sep. 2026
From a $15 poncho to trendy track pants, these are the Amazon finds that made their way onto both of our fall mood boards.

— Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of poncho

Noun

When the ball hit the turf, Rocchio flung his helmet in the air and Cleveland's dugout emptied onto the field to celebrate.

— CBS News, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026
On a recent September day, kindergarteners at Terra Vista Elementary School in Rancho Cucamonga, California, were fitted with helmets and assigned a black-and-white balance bike.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Sep. 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

The 28-year-old actress, a Coach global ambassador since 2024, wore a leopard-print coat over a black lace top and bright red leather skirt, with a black beret — and Coach bag, naturally.

— Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026
At the Coach show, Elle Fanning layered a leopard-print coat over a black blouse and red leather skirt, finishing the look with black pumps and a beret.

— Amanda Le, InStyle, 10 Sep. 2026

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