clapmatch

English

/ˈklæpmæt͡ʃ/

noun
Definitions
  • (obsolete) A hooded seal.
  • A female seal.

Etymology

Borrowed from Dutch, Flemish klapmuts (hooded seal, hat with ear-flaps, three-piece cap bonnet).

Origin

Dutch (Brabantic)

klapmuts

Gloss

hooded seal, hat with ear-flaps, three-piece cap bonnet

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