noun

1. An article of clothing worn over the front of the torso and/or legs for protection from spills; also historically worn by Freemasons and as part of women's fashion.

2. The short cassock ordinarily worn by English bishops.

3. A hard surface bordering a structure or area.

4. The sides of a tree's canopy.

5. The cap of a cannon; a piece of lead laid over the vent to keep the priming dry.

6. A removable cover for the passengers' feet and legs in an open horse carriage.