oreillette

Definitions of oreillette
  1. noun
    one of two flaps attached to a cap to keep the ears warm
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    type of:
    protège-oreilles
    any broad thin and limber covering attached at one edge; hangs loose or projects freely
  2. noun
    any broad thin and limber covering attached at one edge; hangs loose or projects freely
    synonyms: protège-oreilles
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    types:
    chevauchement, recouvrement
    a flap that lies over another part
    retroussis, revers
    lap at the front of a coat; continuation of the coat collar
    type of:
    housse
    an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it)
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