No. 8,881 in French
cagoule
Balaclava or hood.
In a sentence
Il a mis une cagoule pour protéger son visage du froid.
He put on a balaclava to protect his face from the cold.
Here, 'cagoule' refers to a piece of clothing, specifically a balaclava, used for warmth.
Les enfants portent des cagoules pendant l'hiver quand il neige.
The children wear balaclavas during the winter when it snows.
In this instance, 'cagoule' is used to discuss the wearing of balaclavas for cold-weather protection.
Elle a acheté une cagoule élégante pour ses randonnées en montagne.
She bought an elegant balaclava for her mountain hikes.
Here, 'cagoule' again highlights the functional yet stylish aspect of balaclavas used in outdoor activities.
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