Category:Cassock

The cassock is a vestment that has two applications:
 * The cassock is part of the clerical garb worn by priests and seminarians. It is usually black.
 * The cassock is a vestment worn by altarboys. It is usually black, but in some applications can also be red or white. More...

Cas"sock, n. Etym: [F. casaque, fr. It. casacca, perh. fr. L. casa cottage, in It., house; or of Slavic origin.]

1. A long outer garment formerly worn by men and women, as well as by soldiers as part of their uniform.

2. (Eccl.)

Defn: A garment resembling a long frock coat worn by the clergy of certain churches when officiating, and by others as the usually outer garment.