English Explanatory Dictionary

fitchet

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A vertical slit at the hip of a gown, robe, cotehardie, surcoat, or similar overgarment, through which hands may pass, either to lift the gown while walking, or to allow access to a pouch or belt worn underneath for security. Also known as a "pocket slit". Also may be spelled "fichet".
  2. The fitchew, or polecat.

Word forms

fitchet fitchets
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