calotte Meaning, Definition & Usage

Ca*lotte", Cal"lot noun (Also<

• Calotte
• Callot

)

Etymology

F. calotte, dim. of cale a sort of flat cap. Cf. Caul.

Definitions

1. A close cap without visor or brim. Especially: (a) Such a cap, worn by English serjeants at law. (b) Such a cap, worn by the French cavalry under their helmets. (c) Such a cap, worn by the clergy of the Roman Catholic Church.