as in cloak
a sleeveless garment worn so as to hang over the shoulders, arms, and back
the traveler wore a long hooded capote as he walked over the moors
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Recent Examples of capote
In the first and third, the matador performs a series of passes of the bull through capes, first a large pink and yellow cape known as a capote and then a smaller red cape.
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Elizabeth Findell, WSJ, 22 Jan. 2020
Elizabeth Findell, WSJ, 22 Jan. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for capote
Noun
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For instance, forget the Vader helmet, that set is the first one to give Titans a cloak, which will be cool by itself.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
7 May 2025
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The cloak and the other grave goods suggest that the Caral culture developed both advanced fishing technology and artistic techniques.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
29 Apr. 2025
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Now, 5000+ free walker capes have been given away, which spark conversation, connection, and community.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
28 May 2025
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The sleeveless dress incorporated a large statement bow at the neckline and a flowing silhouette with coordinated sheer cape.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
22 May 2025
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“Capote.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capote. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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