A cloak is a loose outer garment worn over the shoulders, usually without sleeves, and fastened at the neck. It’s often used for warmth, style, or ceremonial dress, and the word can also mean something that hides or covers something.

Quick Scoop

  • Clothing meaning: a sleeveless outer layer worn over other clothes, like a coat alternative.
  • Function: protection from cold, wind, or rain.
  • Symbolic meaning: something that conceals, as in “under the cloak of darkness”.

If you want, I can also explain the difference between a cloak , cape , and shawl.