calash

Definition

Alternative form of calèche (“type of carriage with low wheels”).

Etymology

From French calèche.

Example Sentences

• "Mrs. Lobb, an elderly lady, in a green calash, from the sign of the ‘Fan’, in Dyot-street, St. Giles's, was announced by Kit Finney, the mason's son, as wishing to see Mr. Nollekens."