
Meaning of CODPIECE
| Pronunciation: | | 'kâd`pees
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WordNet Dictionary |
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[n] (15th-16th century) a flap for the crotch of men's tight-fitting breeches |
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CODPIECE is a 8 letter word that starts with C. |
| | See Also: | | breeches, flap, knee breeches, knee pants, knickerbockers, knickers | |
Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Cod"piece`\, n. [Cod, n., ? + piece.]
A part of male dress in front of the breeches, formerly made
very conspicuous. --Shak. Fosbroke.
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