Caul

Definition of Caul

Pronunciation: kạl

n.	1.	A covering of network for the head, worn by women; also, a net.
	2.	(Anat.) The fold of membrane loaded with fat, which covers more or less of the intestines in mammals; the great omentum. See Omentum. The caul serves for the warming of the lower belly. - Ray.
	3.	A part of the amnion, one of the membranes enveloping the fetus, which sometimes is round the head of a child at its birth; - called also a veil. It is deemed lucky to be with a caul or membrane over the face. This caul is esteemed an infallible preservative against drowning . . . According to Chrysostom, the midwives frequently sold it for magic uses. - Grose. I was born with a caul, which was advertised for sale, in the newspapers, at the low price of fifteen guineas. - Dickens.

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