Capuchin

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English[edit]

Bernardino Ochino (1487–1564), co-founder of the Capuchin Order

Etymology[edit]

Borrowed from Middle French capuchin (Capuchin friar), from Italian cappuccino (Capuchin friar), from cappuccio (hood, cowl).

Noun[edit]

Capuchin (plural Capuchins)

  1. A member of an order of Roman Catholic friars.

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