surplice

Noun

Meaning

A white garment worn over another dress by the clergy of the Roman Catholic, Episcopal, and certain other churches, in some of their ministrations.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

dolman alb coat manto cloth costume cope garment cloak robe blanket gown apron scarf cowl
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Antonyms

screen explain demonstrate bare uncover disrobe
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Examples

The pinafore of the child will be more than a match for the frock of the bishop and the surplice of the priest. James Martineau

There's many a knave concealed under a surplice. Danish Proverb

It is not the surplice that makes parson or clerk. Danish Proverb

As stated above, King's Scholars wear a black gown over the top of their tailcoats, and occasionally a surplice in Chapel. Source: Internet

Here Confirmation, the cross in baptism, private baptism, the use of the surplice, kneeling for communion, reading the Apocrypha; and subscription to the BCP and Articles were all touched on. Source: Internet

He quarrelled with Ames for disapproving of the surplice and other outward symbols. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

surpay surpeti surphul surpliced surplus surplus benefit