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   Rochet (?), n. [F., dim. fr. OHG. rocch coat, G. rock.]
   1. (Eccl.) A linen garment resembling the surplise, but with narrower sleeves, also without sleeves, worn by bishops, and by some other ecclesiastical dignitaries, in certain religious ceremonies.
   
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   They see no difference between an idler with a hat and national cockade, and an idler in a cowl or in a rochet. Burke.
   
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   2. A frock or outer garment worn in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries. [Obs.]  Rom. of R.
   
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   Rochet, n. [Probably corrupted fr. F. rouget the red gurnet, from rouge red. CF. Rouge.] (Zool.) The red gurnard, or gurnet. See Gurnard.
   
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