Calottes

/kəˈlɒts/ noun

Definition

Plural of calotte; multiple dome-shaped caps worn by clergy or religious figures, or multiple rounded architectural elements.

Etymology

Plural form of 'calotte' from French, maintaining the same religious and architectural significance across multiple instances.

Kelly Says

In religious artwork, you can identify a priest or nun instantly by their calotte—it's like a tiny dome announcing 'I belong to the church' before you even hear them speak!

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