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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

Cashmere also appeared in the mid-length Hastings trench for men and a shearling-collared cape for women.

— Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
Glambert rescued the tribute—the only singer who didn’t look one tiny bit nervous tackling this songbook, peacocking in a black-leather cape, and his confidence loosened everyone up onstage.

— Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of cape

Noun

However, for a more understated, trendy look, the Tankaneo Cropped Trench is a sleek sightseeing layer, and the pop of plaid along the sleeves and hood will have all eyes on you.

— Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2026
The bezel, for example, showcases grooves reminiscent of the hood of a Ferrari.

— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 26 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

Even the best helmets and other gear can give a false sense of security, Nowinski says, because they’re primarily designed to reduce skull fracture and linear acceleration, not the rotational acceleration that leads to CTE.

— Alexandra Pattillo, Scientific American, 23 Sep. 2026
Players will also wear a sticker on their helmets honoring Cox for the remainder of the season.

— Michael Harley, Arkansas Online, 23 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

Others, including the show’s director, a beret-wearing Paul Giamatti, just love to create.

— Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026
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

Definition of beret

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