cowl Synonyms
Another word for cowl
• noun (Context 1)
A large, loose hood, especially one forming part of a monk's habit or cloak.
"The mysterious figure stepped out of the shadows, pulling back his dark hood to reveal his face."
• noun (Context 2)
The forward part of a vehicle's bodywork supporting the windshield and dashboard, or the removable cover over an aircraft engine.
"The mechanic had to remove the aircraft's cowling to inspect the damaged engine components."
• noun (Context 3)
A hood-shaped covering fitted to the top of a chimney or ventilation shaft to increase draft and prevent wind from blowing smoke back down.
"The wind rattled the metal chimney cap atop the old brick chimney all through the stormy night."
• verb (Context 4)
To cover or enclose with a cowl or hood.
"The engineer cowled the engine tightly to improve the aircraft's aerodynamics."
• verb (Context 5)
To shroud, obscure, or cover completely as if with a hood.
"Thick morning fog cowled the mountain peaks, rendering the trail invisible from the valley."
Opposites of cowl
The opposite of cowl shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: