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stole
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/iʃˈtɔlɐ/es·to·la
Definitions
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A long, narrow piece of clothing worn over the shoulders, usually for warmth or as an adornment.
Usage examples
“She wore a silk stole over her evening gown.”
“A warm woolen stole is perfect for chilly evenings.”
Common combinations
fur stolesilk stolewool stolewear a stole
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(Religion) Liturgical vestment worn by priests, deacons, and bishops, in the form of a long strip over the shoulders.
Usage examples
“The deacon put on the stole over the alb before the celebration.”
“The bishop's stole is more elaborate.”
Common combinations
liturgical stoledeacon's stolepriestly stole