Subtle meanings of the noun 'stole', or am I reading too much in to it?Different Meanings of 'Jumper' (Transatlantic embarassment)“much too [something]” vs “too much [something]”Not too much run it onAn old, obsolete meaning for “hump”?What is the role of “much” immediately after a noun?
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Subtle meanings of the noun 'stole', or am I reading too much in to it?
Different Meanings of 'Jumper' (Transatlantic embarassment)“much too [something]” vs “too much [something]”Not too much run it onAn old, obsolete meaning for “hump”?What is the role of “much” immediately after a noun?
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I'm referring to the item of clothing. Not theft.
The definitions and descriptions that I've been able to find for the word 'stole' all have some indication of religious context. It always seems to be made to specifications determined for religious reasons, or decorated with religious symbols, or worn only by individuals specifically designated for religious roles (especially, but not always, leaders), or only worn for specific religious ceremonies, etc. Nowhere did I find any explanation of the word 'stole' that did not have some religious aspect.
Would an otherwise identical article of clothing, but without any religious connotation, still be called a 'stole', or is there another word for this item of clothing when no religious context is attributed to it?
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I'm referring to the item of clothing. Not theft.
The definitions and descriptions that I've been able to find for the word 'stole' all have some indication of religious context. It always seems to be made to specifications determined for religious reasons, or decorated with religious symbols, or worn only by individuals specifically designated for religious roles (especially, but not always, leaders), or only worn for specific religious ceremonies, etc. Nowhere did I find any explanation of the word 'stole' that did not have some religious aspect.
Would an otherwise identical article of clothing, but without any religious connotation, still be called a 'stole', or is there another word for this item of clothing when no religious context is attributed to it?
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I'm surprised that you have not found the definition of 'a woman's shoulder scarf' in addition to the ecclesiastical garment. This is usually wrapped round like a shawl. The priest's stole is worn round the neck with the ends hanging; I can't imagine anyone wearing an identical garment for any other reason than religious ceremonial.
– Kate Bunting
8 hours ago
Indeed, when I was young (1970s) my grandmother wore a fox stole, complete with tail, paws and head.
– Phil M Jones
8 hours ago
I don't know that I've ever heard of anything that wasn't a fur scarf referred to as a stole. Mink stole is my immediate mental association.
– David M
6 hours ago
It's a straightforward Latin word, denoting a common Roman garment. Since then, its meaning has changed with the styles. So, what else is new?
– John Lawler
6 hours ago
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I'm referring to the item of clothing. Not theft.
The definitions and descriptions that I've been able to find for the word 'stole' all have some indication of religious context. It always seems to be made to specifications determined for religious reasons, or decorated with religious symbols, or worn only by individuals specifically designated for religious roles (especially, but not always, leaders), or only worn for specific religious ceremonies, etc. Nowhere did I find any explanation of the word 'stole' that did not have some religious aspect.
Would an otherwise identical article of clothing, but without any religious connotation, still be called a 'stole', or is there another word for this item of clothing when no religious context is attributed to it?
meaning word-usage nouns
edited 7 hours ago
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I'm referring to the item of clothing. Not theft.
The definitions and descriptions that I've been able to find for the word 'stole' all have some indication of religious context. It always seems to be made to specifications determined for religious reasons, or decorated with religious symbols, or worn only by individuals specifically designated for religious roles (especially, but not always, leaders), or only worn for specific religious ceremonies, etc. Nowhere did I find any explanation of the word 'stole' that did not have some religious aspect.
Would an otherwise identical article of clothing, but without any religious connotation, still be called a 'stole', or is there another word for this item of clothing when no religious context is attributed to it?
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I'm surprised that you have not found the definition of 'a woman's shoulder scarf' in addition to the ecclesiastical garment. This is usually wrapped round like a shawl. The priest's stole is worn round the neck with the ends hanging; I can't imagine anyone wearing an identical garment for any other reason than religious ceremonial.
– Kate Bunting
8 hours ago
Indeed, when I was young (1970s) my grandmother wore a fox stole, complete with tail, paws and head.
– Phil M Jones
8 hours ago
I don't know that I've ever heard of anything that wasn't a fur scarf referred to as a stole. Mink stole is my immediate mental association.
– David M
6 hours ago
It's a straightforward Latin word, denoting a common Roman garment. Since then, its meaning has changed with the styles. So, what else is new?
– John Lawler
6 hours ago
add a comment
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I'm surprised that you have not found the definition of 'a woman's shoulder scarf' in addition to the ecclesiastical garment. This is usually wrapped round like a shawl. The priest's stole is worn round the neck with the ends hanging; I can't imagine anyone wearing an identical garment for any other reason than religious ceremonial.
– Kate Bunting
8 hours ago
Indeed, when I was young (1970s) my grandmother wore a fox stole, complete with tail, paws and head.
– Phil M Jones
8 hours ago
I don't know that I've ever heard of anything that wasn't a fur scarf referred to as a stole. Mink stole is my immediate mental association.
– David M
6 hours ago
It's a straightforward Latin word, denoting a common Roman garment. Since then, its meaning has changed with the styles. So, what else is new?
– John Lawler
6 hours ago
2
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I'm surprised that you have not found the definition of 'a woman's shoulder scarf' in addition to the ecclesiastical garment. This is usually wrapped round like a shawl. The priest's stole is worn round the neck with the ends hanging; I can't imagine anyone wearing an identical garment for any other reason than religious ceremonial.
– Kate Bunting
8 hours ago
I'm surprised that you have not found the definition of 'a woman's shoulder scarf' in addition to the ecclesiastical garment. This is usually wrapped round like a shawl. The priest's stole is worn round the neck with the ends hanging; I can't imagine anyone wearing an identical garment for any other reason than religious ceremonial.
– Kate Bunting
8 hours ago
Indeed, when I was young (1970s) my grandmother wore a fox stole, complete with tail, paws and head.
– Phil M Jones
8 hours ago
Indeed, when I was young (1970s) my grandmother wore a fox stole, complete with tail, paws and head.
– Phil M Jones
8 hours ago
I don't know that I've ever heard of anything that wasn't a fur scarf referred to as a stole. Mink stole is my immediate mental association.
– David M
6 hours ago
I don't know that I've ever heard of anything that wasn't a fur scarf referred to as a stole. Mink stole is my immediate mental association.
– David M
6 hours ago
It's a straightforward Latin word, denoting a common Roman garment. Since then, its meaning has changed with the styles. So, what else is new?
– John Lawler
6 hours ago
It's a straightforward Latin word, denoting a common Roman garment. Since then, its meaning has changed with the styles. So, what else is new?
– John Lawler
6 hours ago
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M-W defines stole as:
a long wide scarf or similar covering worn by women usually across the shoulders.
A woman’s stole
(Duemme.com)
A religious stole
(Holyart.com)
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Yes, as in a woman's apparel, a stole. OED
- A woman's fur or feather garment, something in the shape of an ecclesiastical stole, worn over the shoulders and hanging down nearly
to the feet.
Is there anything more elegant than the image of a woman dressed in a long stole? The image of a these stoles evoke a sense of elegance, timeless sophistication, and graceful style.
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M-W defines stole as:
a long wide scarf or similar covering worn by women usually across the shoulders.
A woman’s stole
(Duemme.com)
A religious stole
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M-W defines stole as:
a long wide scarf or similar covering worn by women usually across the shoulders.
A woman’s stole
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A religious stole
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a long wide scarf or similar covering worn by women usually across the shoulders.
A woman’s stole
(Duemme.com)
A religious stole
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M-W defines stole as:
a long wide scarf or similar covering worn by women usually across the shoulders.
A woman’s stole
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A religious stole
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Yes, as in a woman's apparel, a stole. OED
- A woman's fur or feather garment, something in the shape of an ecclesiastical stole, worn over the shoulders and hanging down nearly
to the feet.
Is there anything more elegant than the image of a woman dressed in a long stole? The image of a these stoles evoke a sense of elegance, timeless sophistication, and graceful style.
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Yes, as in a woman's apparel, a stole. OED
- A woman's fur or feather garment, something in the shape of an ecclesiastical stole, worn over the shoulders and hanging down nearly
to the feet.
Is there anything more elegant than the image of a woman dressed in a long stole? The image of a these stoles evoke a sense of elegance, timeless sophistication, and graceful style.
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Yes, as in a woman's apparel, a stole. OED
- A woman's fur or feather garment, something in the shape of an ecclesiastical stole, worn over the shoulders and hanging down nearly
to the feet.
Is there anything more elegant than the image of a woman dressed in a long stole? The image of a these stoles evoke a sense of elegance, timeless sophistication, and graceful style.
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Yes, as in a woman's apparel, a stole. OED
- A woman's fur or feather garment, something in the shape of an ecclesiastical stole, worn over the shoulders and hanging down nearly
to the feet.
Is there anything more elegant than the image of a woman dressed in a long stole? The image of a these stoles evoke a sense of elegance, timeless sophistication, and graceful style.
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I'm surprised that you have not found the definition of 'a woman's shoulder scarf' in addition to the ecclesiastical garment. This is usually wrapped round like a shawl. The priest's stole is worn round the neck with the ends hanging; I can't imagine anyone wearing an identical garment for any other reason than religious ceremonial.
– Kate Bunting
8 hours ago
Indeed, when I was young (1970s) my grandmother wore a fox stole, complete with tail, paws and head.
– Phil M Jones
8 hours ago
I don't know that I've ever heard of anything that wasn't a fur scarf referred to as a stole. Mink stole is my immediate mental association.
– David M
6 hours ago
It's a straightforward Latin word, denoting a common Roman garment. Since then, its meaning has changed with the styles. So, what else is new?
– John Lawler
6 hours ago