Caul Definition

kôl

noun

The membrane enclosing a fetus; esp., a part of this membrane sometimes enveloping the head of a child at birth: believed by some to bring good luck.

Webster's New World

The part of the peritoneum that extends from the stomach to the large intestine; great omentum.

Webster's New World

(historical) A style of close-fitting circular cap worn by women in the sixteenth century and later, often made of linen. [from 14th c.]

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The surface of a press that makes contact with panel product, especially a removable plate or sheet.

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(woodworking) A strip or block of wood used to distribute or direct clamping force.

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Other Word Forms of Caul

Singular:

caul

Plural:

cauls

Middle English calle from Old English cawl basket

From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
From Middle French cale.

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