A woman's close-fitting cape or short cloak with hood-like extensions, or a type of medieval armor covering the head and shoulders.
From Medieval Latin 'capellina,' derived from 'cappa' (hood/cloak). Used in both fashion and military contexts from the Middle Ages onward.
In medieval armor, the capeline was brilliant design—it protected vulnerable neck and shoulder areas while keeping a soldier's arms free for combat!
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