Definition of "capuchin"

capuchin

/ˈkæp.ə.t͡ʃɪn/

noun
plural capuchins
1. A monk in the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin; (generally) a Franciscan.
  Quotations
  “That is something,” said the capuchin, “but not the most essential. Are you certain that he is a Christian?”
  1789, John Moore, Zeluco, Valancourt, published 2008, page 50
2. A garment consisting of a cloak and hood, made in imitation of the dress of Capuchin monks.
  Quotations
  Of Ermine is his doublet — / His Capuchin gay —
  a. 1886, Emily Dickinson, The Guest is gold and crimson
3. A capuchin monkey.
4. A hooded pigeon.