Robe: meaning, definitions and examples

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robe

 

[ rษ™สŠb ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

clothing

A long, loose garment, typically worn by women, that covers the body from the shoulders to the feet.

Synonyms

cloak, dress, gown

Examples of usage

  • She wore a beautiful silk robe to the spa.
  • The bride's robe was embroidered with delicate lace.
Context #2 | Noun

legal

A formal dress, especially one worn on a ceremonial or formal occasion.

Synonyms

attire, gown, vestment

Examples of usage

  • The judge put on his black robe before entering the courtroom.
  • The graduation ceremony required all faculty members to wear academic robes.
Context #3 | Verb

archaic

To dress someone in a robe or robes.

Synonyms

attire, clothe, dress

Examples of usage

  • The priest was robed in white for the special ceremony.
  • The king was robed in his royal attire for the coronation.

Translations

Translations of the word "robe" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น manto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคธเฅเคคเฅเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Robe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jubah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐะฝั‚ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ szata

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒญใƒผใƒ–

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท robe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bata

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cรผbbe

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋กœ๋ธŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุซูˆุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ roucho

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rรบcho

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้•ฟ่ข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ halja

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skikkja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะฐะฟะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฎแƒแƒšแƒแƒ—แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ xalat

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bata

Etymology

The word 'robe' originated from the Old French word 'robe' meaning a garment. It has been used in English since the 13th century. Robes have been historically associated with various cultures and traditions, symbolizing status, authority, and formality. From ceremonial robes worn by judges and clergy to luxurious silk robes worn for relaxation, the concept of a robe has evolved over time.

See also: disrobe, enrobe, robed, unrobe.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,928 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.