Frock
(noun)
- A woman's dress, typically a long one.
- A long, loose, outer garment worn by monks, friars, and other members of religious orders.
Origin:
Middle english: from old english froc, of germanic origin; related to dutch frok and german frock.
Examples:
- She was wearing a beautiful frock.
- The little girl put on her best frock for the party.
- The monks wore frocks of rough wool.
- The friar's frock was made of rough burlap.
- Frock coat is a formal men's coat that was worn in the late 18th and 19th centuries.