: a loose white outer ecclesiastical vestment usually of knee length with large open sleeves
: having a diagonally overlapping neckline or closing
a surplice collar
surplice sweaters
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Peter Ross, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Apr. 2023
This sleeveless maxi dress offers a figure-flattering silhouette with a surplice neckline and defined waistline; and features that unmistakable retro print that's reminiscent of Klum's look.
—Jennifer Chan, PEOPLE.com, 12 Apr. 2022
Flattering details like its surplice neckline, subtle front slit, and fluttery sleeves and hemline elevate its simple style, meaning it can be worn for casual day trips and dressed up for a dinner show.
—Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2022
The size-inclusive, curve-friendly stunner features spandex to hug your curves comfortably, along with beautiful ruching details, a surplice neckline, and elegant long sleeves for extra warmth for chilly evenings.
—Jennifer Chan, PEOPLE.com, 26 Oct. 2021
Why does the judge don his robe, the priest his surplice, the scholar his gown, the barrister his wig, the queen her crown?
—Michael Knox Beran, National Review, 6 Feb. 2020
Camarón, in his day, had a similarly surplice-shredding effect.
—James Parker, The Atlantic, 21 Dec. 2019
At the sound of a tap, dozens of young men clad in black cassocks and white surplices rise from kneeling positions to watch two of their brother priests begin a chant.
—Julia Shumway, The Seattle Times, 24 May 2017
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Noun
The choristers stand in their stalls wearing white surplices over red cassocks and white ruffs.
—Peter Ross, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Apr. 2023
This sleeveless maxi dress offers a figure-flattering silhouette with a surplice neckline and defined waistline; and features that unmistakable retro print that's reminiscent of Klum's look.
—Jennifer Chan, PEOPLE.com, 12 Apr. 2022
Flattering details like its surplice neckline, subtle front slit, and fluttery sleeves and hemline elevate its simple style, meaning it can be worn for casual day trips and dressed up for a dinner show.
—Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2022
The size-inclusive, curve-friendly stunner features spandex to hug your curves comfortably, along with beautiful ruching details, a surplice neckline, and elegant long sleeves for extra warmth for chilly evenings.
—Jennifer Chan, PEOPLE.com, 26 Oct. 2021
Why does the judge don his robe, the priest his surplice, the scholar his gown, the barrister his wig, the queen her crown?
—Michael Knox Beran, National Review, 6 Feb. 2020
Camarón, in his day, had a similarly surplice-shredding effect.
—James Parker, The Atlantic, 21 Dec. 2019
At the sound of a tap, dozens of young men clad in black cassocks and white surplices rise from kneeling positions to watch two of their brother priests begin a chant.
—Julia Shumway, The Seattle Times, 24 May 2017
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“Surplice.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surplice. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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