Robe
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹəʊb/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Robe is a noun meaning A long loose outer garment, often signifying honorary stature.
Meaning
A long loose outer garment, often signifying honorary stature.
More Meanings
- (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
robed in glory
Through tattered clothes small vices do appear; / Robes and furred gowns hide all.
Word Forms
- robes
- robing
- robed
Synonyms for robe
Depending on context, synonyms include dight, don, put on, vest, gown.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gown, vest, pall, apparel, nightgown, garment.
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