English Explanatory Dictionary

ghillie suit

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A type of overall covered in torn cloth shreds (faux foliage), used as camouflage by hunters and military snipers.

Pronunciation

/ˈɡɪli ˈsuːt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-ghillie suit.wav /ˈɡɪli ˈsut/

Word forms

ghillie suit ghillie suits

Etymology

As worn by ghillies (gillies) (Scottish hunting guides) in the 19th century.

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