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capuchin

cap·u·chin [ káppyəchin, kə pychin, káppyəshin, kə pyshin ] (plural cap·u·chins)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. long-tailed monkey: an agile and intelligent long-tailed monkey with a tuft of hair on its head that resembles a monk's cowl. Native to: forests of Central and South America.  Latin name Cebus capucinus.

2. cloak with hood: a hooded cloak formerly worn by women

[Mid-18th century. <Capuchin]
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