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Scapulary   Listen
noun
Scapulary, Scapular  n.  
1.
(R. C. Ch.)
(a)
A loose sleeveless vestment falling in front and behind, worn by certain religious orders and devout persons.
(b)
The name given to two pieces of cloth worn under the ordinary garb and over the shoulders as an act of devotion.
2.
(Surg.) A bandage passing over the shoulder to support it, or to retain another bandage in place.





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"Scapulary" Quotes from Famous Books



... until he saw his mistress coming hastily, and she was soon with him, and they rejoiced greatly, and the good Jacobin took off his gown and his scapulary, and kissed and cuddled tightly the ...
— One Hundred Merrie And Delightsome Stories - Les Cent Nouvelles Nouvelles • Various
... but Sister Bali took this advice as though she had read it in a novena, and was ready to accompany the girl to the convento. It so happened that she was just going there to get as alms a scapulary in exchange for ...
— The Reign of Greed - Complete English Version of 'El Filibusterismo' • Jose Rizal


Words linked to "Scapulary" :   garment


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