a scarf, usually of fur or wool, for covering the neck, or the neck and shoulders, and usually having ends hanging down in front. Compare stole 2 ( def. 2 ) .

Ecclesiastical . a band of silk or the like worn around the neck with the ends pendent in front. Compare stole 2 ( def. 1 ) .

a long, narrow, pendent part of a hood, sleeve, etc.

Angling .

a short length of gut, nylon, or the like, for tying an artificial fly to the leader.

a branch of the shaft of a bird feather, serving as the tail of an artificial fly.