cappa magna

noun

cap·​pa ma·​gna

¦käpəˈmänyə

: a flowing long-trained ceremonial vestment with ermine or silk hood worn by cardinals, bishops, and a few other prelates

Word History

Etymology

Medieval Latin, literally, large cope

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