cappa magna

[ kah-puh mah-nyuh, kap-uh mag-nuh ]

noun

, Ecclesiastical.

1. a ceremonial cloak having a long train and a silk or fur-lined hood, worn by cardinals, bishops, and certain other dignitaries.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cappa magna¹

< Medieval Latin: great cope

Example Sentences

It is worn over the rochet by the pope, cardinals, bishops and prelates, the colours varying as in the case of the cappa magna.

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