What does robe mean?
Robe means A long loose outer garment, often signifying honorary stature..
Robe
/ɹəʊb/ · noun
Meaning
A long loose outer garment, often signifying honorary stature..
Definitions by Sense
- A long loose outer garment, often signifying honorary stature.
- (US) The skin of an animal, especially the bison, dressed with the fur on, and used as a wrap.
- A wardrobe, especially one built into a bedroom.
- The largest and strongest tobacco leaves.
- (transitive) To clothe; to dress.
- (intransitive) To put on official vestments.
Example Sentences
Through tattered clothes small vices do appear; / Robes and furred gowns hide all.
robed in glory
Synonyms for robe
Antonyms for robe
Related Words
Word Forms
- robes
- robing
- robed
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for robe?
Common synonyms include dight, don, put on, vest.
What is the opposite of robe?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use robe in a sentence?
Through tattered clothes small vices do appear; / Robes and furred gowns hide all.
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