1
a
: a hood or long hooded cloak especially of a monk
b
: a draped neckline on a woman's garment
2
a
: a chimney covering designed to improve the draft
b
: the top portion of the front part of an automobile body forward of the two front doors to which are attached the windshield and instrument board
c
: cowling
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Nora Colomer, Fox News, 26 Oct. 2023
Her look consisted of a cowl neck top featuring a high neckline, as well as a pleated midi skirt.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 16 Oct. 2024
Scott Haugen, Outdoor Life, 11 Sep. 2024
The cowling is the protective cover over the plane's engine.
—Noah Osborne, NBC News, 8 Apr. 2024
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Noun
The sleeveless pullover sheath tunic has a flattering cowl neckline, attached shoulder drape and belt.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 26 Oct. 2023
Her look consisted of a cowl neck top featuring a high neckline, as well as a pleated midi skirt.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 16 Oct. 2024
Verb
All of a sudden there was a loud pop and a blaze of fire shot past my window as the cowling pulsed under pressure.
—Scott Haugen, Outdoor Life, 11 Sep. 2024
The cowling is the protective cover over the plane's engine.
—Noah Osborne, NBC News, 8 Apr. 2024
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“Cowl.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cowl. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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