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Sanbenito
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What's The Definition Of Sanbenito?Synonyms | Synonyms for Sanbenito: Related Terms | Find terms related to Sanbenito: See Also | Sanbenito In Webster's Dictionary \San`be*ni"to\, n. [Sp. & Pg. sambenito, contr. from
L. saccus sack + benedictus blessed.]
1. Anciently, a sackcloth coat worn by penitents on being
reconciled to the church.
2. A garnment or cap, or sometimes both, painted with flames,
figures, etc., and worn by persons who had been examined
by the Inquisition and were brought forth for punishment
at the auto-da-f['e].
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