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cowl

/kɔʊl/ noun · British & US
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What does cowl mean?

noun

A covering for the head, typically hood-shaped, or a device that directs the flow of air or gas. In aviation, a cowl is a covering for the engine.

Example

"The knight wore a cowl to conceal his identity."

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