cowl
US /kaʊl/
UK /kaʊl/
1.
cagoule, capuchon
a large loose hood, especially one forming part of a monk's habit
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The monk pulled his cowl further over his head to shield himself from the rain.
Le moine tira sa cagoule plus loin sur sa tête pour se protéger de la pluie.
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She wore a dress with a draped cowl neckline.
Elle portait une robe avec un décolleté drapé.
2.
capot, tablier
the front part of the body of a motor vehicle, covering the engine
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The mechanic lifted the cowl to inspect the engine.
Le mécanicien a soulevé le capot pour inspecter le moteur.
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The car's sleek design extended from the front bumper to the rear cowl.
Le design élégant de la voiture s'étendait du pare-chocs avant au capot arrière.
1.
envelopper, couvrir
to cover or envelop (something) with or as if with a cowl
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The fog began to cowl the distant mountains, obscuring their peaks.
Le brouillard commença à envelopper les montagnes lointaines, masquant leurs sommets.
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He cowled his face with his hands, trying to hide his tears.
Il couvrit son visage de ses mains, essayant de cacher ses larmes.