What is another word for burnous?

Pronunciation: [bˈɜːnəs] (IPA)

Burnous is a traditional cloak-like garment that originated in North Africa, particularly in Morocco and Algeria. It is usually made of wool or cotton and has a hood that is pulled over the head and shoulders. The word "burnous" has various synonyms, such as djellaba, thobe, abaya, kaftan, and jalabiya. Djellaba is a similar garment to the burnous, but it is worn by both men and women. The thobe is a long flowing garment worn by women in Arab countries. The abaya is a long black cloak worn by Muslim women over their clothing. A kaftan is also a long, flowing robe-like garment worn by both men and women. The jalabiya is a loose-fitting garment worn mainly by men in the Middle East.

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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Burnous

Now and then an Arab passed muffled in burnous and hood, a fold of linen held to his mouth.
"The Way of Ambition"
Robert Hichens
She was wrapped in a soft white gown made like a burnous, a veritable Arab garment, with a white silk hood at the back, and now she put up her hands and, with great precision, drew the hood up over her head.
"The Woman With The Fan"
Robert Hichens
The burnous, thus adjusted, made her look very young.
"The Woman With The Fan"
Robert Hichens

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