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Chaperon
1911 Encyclopedia Britannica
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originally a cap or hood (Fr. chape) worn by nobles and knights of the Garter in full dress, and after the 16th century by middle-aged ladies. The modern use of the word is of a married or elderly lady (cf. "duenna") escorting or protecting a young and unmarried girl in public places and in society.
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Chisholm, Hugh, General Editor. Entry for 'Chaperon'. 1911 Encyclopedia Britanica. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/bri/c/chaperon.html. 1910.
Chisholm, Hugh, General Editor. Entry for 'Chaperon'. 1911 Encyclopedia Britanica. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/bri/c/chaperon.html. 1910.
