Synonyms for cilice
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Noun
1. Sackcloth — A garment or undergarment made of coarse cloth or animal hair worn close to the skin used by members of…
Definitions
- n. 1
A garment or undergarment made of coarse cloth or animal hair worn close to the skin used by members of various Christian traditions as a self-imposed means of penance (repentance) and mortification of the flesh.
Forms
- Plural
- cilices → sackcloths…
Example sentences
- sackcloth Some holy men affected sackcloth and ashes.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| cilice | steady | |
| sackcloth | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 9 letters
- sackcloth