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rochet

roch.et \'ra:ch-*t\ n [ME, fr. MF, fr. OF, fr. (assumed) OF roc coat, of 
   Gmc origin; akin to OH]G roc coat : a white linen vestment resembling a 
   surplice with close-fitting sleeves  worn by bishops and privileged 
   prelates in some ceremonies