Pelisse vs Tabard - What's the difference?
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A fur-lined or fur robe or gown, especially as part of a uniform.
(historical) A silk gown formerly worn by women, often lined or trimmed with fur.
*1897 , Henry James, What Maisie Knew :
*:Mrs. Wix, after Miss Overmore's last demonstration, addressed herself wholly to the little girl [...], drawing from the pocket of her dingy old pelisse a small flat parcel [...].
An overgarment worn by Victorian children when outside.
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A silk banner attached to a bugle or trumpet.
A woman's or girl's sleeveless jerkin or loose overgarment.
(obsolete) A sleeveless garment made of coarse cloth formerly worn outdoors by the common people.
(obsolete) A cape or tunic worn by a knight, emblazoned with the coat of arms of his king or queen on the front.
(obsolete) A similar garment officially worn by a herald and emblazoned with his sovereign's coat of arms.