noun
- A hood or hooded cloak, especially one worn by monks or as part of historical religious dress.
Usage: archaic; historical
Examples
- The monk pulled his capuche over his head as he entered the monastery.
- Medieval paintings often depicted pilgrims wearing long robes with capuches.
- The capuche provided both warmth and anonymity to the wearer.
- She wore a capuche to shield herself from the rain during her journey.