Definition of "pelisse" [pe•lisse]

• A long cloak or outer robe, usually of fur or with a fur lining. (noun)
• A woman's loose light cloak, often with openings for the arms. (noun)

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• "The good carriers rubbed it with snow, and took every possible care of her; but they said it was impossible to take her on without a sheepskin pelisse, since otherwise her death from the increasing cold was certain."
• "In those days the Hussar regiments still wore over the left shoulder that attractive attachment, or frilled half-coat, hanging loosely behind like the wounded wing of a bird, which was called the pelisse, though it was known among the troopers themselves as a"
• "His face was covered with wrinkles, his hair was perfectly white; but the pelisse was the same as ever."