rochet

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roch·et

R0274600 (rŏch′ĭt)n. A white ceremonial vestment made of linen or lawn, worn by bishops and other church dignitaries.
[Middle English, from Old French, of Germanic origin.]

rochet

(ˈrɒtʃɪt) n (Clothing & Fashion) a white surplice with tight sleeves, worn by bishops, abbots, and certain other Church dignitaries[C14: from Old French, from roc coat, outer garment, of Germanic origin; compare Old High German roc coat]

roch•et

(ˈrɒtʃ ɪt)

n. a vestment of linen or lawn, resembling a surplice, worn esp. by bishops and abbots. [1350–1400; Middle English < Old French: outer garment < Germanic; compare Old English rocc outer garment]