Meaning of the word tallis in English

What does tallis mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tallis

Noun

a large white, or white and blue, shawl (= a large piece of cloth) with strings at the edge, that Jewish men and boys wear over their head and neck when praying:

Example:
The full name of the large type of tallit is the tallit gadol.