Toga
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtəʊ.ɡə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Toga is a noun meaning A loose outer garment worn by the citizens of Ancient Rome.
Meaning
A loose outer garment worn by the citizens of Ancient Rome.
More Meanings
- A loose wrap gown.
- (Philippines, Indonesia) cap and gown; ceremonial gown or robe (worn by a graduate, lawyer, judge, professor etc.)
Example Sentences
Or think of a decent young citizen in a toga - perhaps too much dice, you know - coming out here in the train of some prefect, or tax-gatherer, or trader even, to mend his fortunes.
Word Forms
- togas
- togae
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gown, robe, sutra, sutras, stola, chiton.
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