noun,pluralmoz·zet·tas,Italianmoz·zet·te[mawt-tset-te]. /mɔtˈtsɛt tɛ/. Roman Catholic Church.
a short cape that covers the shoulders and can be buttoned over the breast, and to which a hood is attached, worn by the pope and by cardinals, bishops, abbots, and other dignitaries.
noun
a short hooded cape worn by the pope, cardinals, etc