cowl
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/kaʊl/
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/kaʊl/
A cowl is a big piece of cloth that covers the head and is worn by monks.
The monk wore a cowl to keep his head warm during the cold winter.
A cowl is a cover for a chimney, usually made of metal, that helps air or smoke flow better.
The cowl on the chimney turned with the wind, allowing the smoke to go outside.