Cassock vs. Surplice
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Difference Between Cassock and Surplice
Cassocknoun
(obsolete) A military cloak or long coat worn by soldiers or horsemen in the 16th and 17th centuries.
Surplicenoun
A liturgical vestment of the Christian Church in the form of a tunic of white linen or cotton material, with wide or moderately wide sleeves, reaching to the hips or knees, usually featuring lace decoration and embroidered bordures.
Cassocknoun
(obsolete) A coarse, loose cloak or gown, worn by women, sailors, shepherds, countryfolk etc.
Surplicenoun
a loose-fitting white ecclesiastical vestment with wide sleeves
Cassocknoun
An item of clerical clothing: a long, sheath-like, close-fitting, ankle-length robe worn by clergy members of some Christian denominations.
Cassocknoun
a black garment reaching down to the ankles; worn by priests or choristers
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