calash Definition
- 1a light carriage with a folding hood or top
- 2a hood or top of a carriage that can be folded back or removed
Using calash: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "calash" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The couple rode through the park in a calash.
Example
The calash's top was down, allowing the passengers to enjoy the sunshine.
Example
She wore a bonnet and a calash to protect her from the sun.
calash Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with calash
Example
The driver pulled the calash top over their heads to protect them from the rain.
Example
She wore a calash bonnet to keep the sun off her face.
calash curtains
curtains that can be drawn across the windows of a calash carriage for privacy or protection from the elements
Example
The calash curtains were drawn closed to keep out the dust and dirt from the road.
Origins of calash
from French 'calèche', from German 'Kalesche'
Summary: calash in Brief
'Calash' [kuh-lash] refers to a light carriage with a folding hood or top, or the hood or top itself. It is often used for leisurely rides through parks or countryside, as in 'The couple rode through the park in a calash.' The term also extends to accessories like the 'calash bonnet,' which has a large brim and hood, and 'calash curtains,' which can be drawn across the windows of the carriage.
