KIMONO

kimono

(noun) a loose robe; imitated from robes originally worn by Japanese

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

kimono (plural kimonos or kimono)

A traditional Japanese robe-like garment which wraps around the body and is now generally worn only on formal occasions.

(loosely) A yukata.

A long robe-like garment in Western fashion, which may be open at the front, loosely inspired by the Japanese garment.

Usage notes

In Japanese, a yukata is not considered to be a type of kimono, except in the broad, literal meaning of kimono, "clothing".

Source: Wiktionary


Ki*mo"no, n.; pl. -nos (#). [Jap.]

1. A kind of loose robe or gown tied with a sash, worn as an outer garment by Japanese men and women.

2. A similar gown worn as a dressing gown by women of Western nations.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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