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1. (n.) stole
an ecclesiastical vestment consisting of a narrow strip of silk or other material worn over the shoulders or, by deacons, over the left shoulder only.
2. stole
a woman's shoulder scarf of fur, silk, or other material.
Etymology: (bef. 950; OE < L stola < Gk stolē robe)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) stole
a wide scarf worn about their shoulders by women
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1. stole
the past tense of "steal"
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) stole
a stolon
2. (noun) stole
a long, loose garment reaching to the feet
3. (noun) stole
a narrow band of silk or stuff, sometimes enriched with embroidery and jewels, worn on the left shoulder of deacons, and across both shoulders of bishops and priests, pendent on each side nearly to the ground. At Mass, it is worn crossed on the breast by priests. It is used in various sacred functions
4. stole
of Steal
5. stole
imp. of Steal
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The Nuttall Encyclopedia |
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1. stole
a long scarf worn by bishops and priests in the administration of the sacraments of the Church, and sometimes when preaching, as well as in symbol of authority.
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