Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
caul
noun
/kɔl/
Definition
The outer membrane that covers the head of a fetus before birth, or the part of the membrane that sometimes remains after birth.
Examples
- The baby was born with a caul, which some believed was a sign of good luck.
- In medieval times, having a caul meant you were marked for greatness.
Meaning
In some contexts, ‘caul’ can refer to a part of the anatomy that has special significance, particularly in relation to childbirth and folklore.
Synonyms
- membrane
- veil
- covering
