Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [stohl]
- /stoʊl/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [stohl]
- /stoʊl/
Definitions of stoles word
- noun stoles an ecclesiastical vestment consisting of a narrow strip of silk or other material worn over the shoulders or, by deacons, over the left shoulder only, and arranged to hang down in front to the knee or below. Compare tippet (def 2). 1
- noun stoles a woman's shoulder scarf of fur, marabou, silk, or other material. Compare tippet (def 1). 1
- noun stoles a long robe, especially one worn by the matrons of ancient Rome. 1
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Origin of stoles
First appearance:
before 950 One of the 4% oldest English words
before 950; Middle English, Old English < Latin stola < Greek stolḗ clothing, robe; akin to Greek stéllein to array, Old English stellan to place, put
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Parts of speech for Stoles
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
stoles popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 88% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
stoles usage trend in Literature
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Top questions with stoles
- what are stoles for graduation?
- why do pastors wear stoles?
- how many stoles can you wear at graduation?
- what are stoles?
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