Emily Dickinson Lexicon

apron (-s), n. [OFr naperon < L. mappa, table-napkin.] (webplay: covers, covering, dust, flooring, worn).

1. Corolla; [fig.] petal of a flower; white flower of the lily plant.
2. Protective outer garment; extra piece of cloth used to keep clothes clean; leather work skirt covering the front of the body.
3. Raiment; garment for cooking; [fig.] colorful clouds; sky with colored clouds.