Did You Know?

Some cornette hats can look like big horns!

What It Looks Like

The cornette is white and big.

Who Wears It

Nuns wear the cornette as a sign.

What cornette Does

It shows that a nun is here.

It helps nuns feel part of a group.

It is a sign of their faith.

It can be worn in church.

It is a part of their dress.

It shows their love for God.

More About cornette

Long ago, the cornette was cool in Paris. Many ladies wore it to look nice. It was made of soft cloth and lace. Now, it is mostly worn by nuns.

The cornette helps nuns show their faith. It is a way to say they belong to a group. People can see it and know they are nuns.

In the future, the cornette may change. It might look different or be made of new cloth. But it will still be a sign of faith.

How Topics Connect

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What Do These Words Mean?

cornette:a type of headwear worn by religious sisters
wimple:a cloth covering for the head and neck
starched:made stiff with a substance to keep its shape
muslin:a lightweight cotton fabric
gauze:a thin, transparent fabric