scapulier

Dutch

Alternative forms

• schapulier

Etymology

From Middle Dutch scapelier. This etymology is incomplete. You can help Wiktionary by elaborating on the origins of this term.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˌskaː.pyˈliːr/

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• Hyphenation: sca‧pu‧lier
• Rhymes: -iːr

Noun

scapulier n or n (plural scapuliers or scapulieren, diminutive scapuliertje n)

1. (Roman Catholicism) scapular (type of cape worn by regular clergy)
2. (Roman Catholicism) scapular (hallowed object made of cloth worn by laity)