2 definitions found From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 [gcide]: Rochet \Roch"et\, n. [F., dim. fr. OHG. rocch coat, G. rock.] 1. (Eccl.) A linen garment resembling the surplise, but with narrower sleeves, also without sleeves, worn by bishops, and by some other ecclesiastical dignitaries, in certain religious ceremonies. [1913 Webster] They see no difference between an idler with a hat and national cockade, and an idler in a cowl or in a rochet. --Burke. [1913 Webster] 2. A frock or outer garment worn in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries. [Obs.] --Rom. of R. [1913 Webster] From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 [gcide]: Rochet \Roch"et\, n. [Probably corrupted fr. F. rouget the red gurnet, from rouge red. CF. {Rouge}.] (Zool.) The red gurnard, or gurnet. See {Gurnard}. [1913 Webster]
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