clouten

== Middle English == === Alternative forms === cloute, clout, clowten, clowte === Etymology === A denominal formation from clout. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈkluːtən/ === Verb === clouten To patch (repair fabric) To amend, alter (erroneously) To patch together; to make of parts. To strike or hit. (rare) To treat or ameliorate an illness or injury. (rare) To wear rags. ==== Conjugation ==== ==== Descendants ==== English: clout Scots: clout, cloot