caf|tan

caf|tan
caf|tan «KAF tuhn, kahf TAHN», noun.
1. a long-sleeved, ankle-length tunic with a girdle, worn under the coat by men, especially in Turkey and Egypt: »

Among them were…mountaineers in caftans of goat hair and Bedouins in red and blue veils of the nomad (New York Times).

Also, kaftan.
2. a woman's long, flowing gown used for lounging or evening wear: »

A floor-length caftan and a linen pants set…were sharply defined in black and white (Enid Nemy).

[< Turkish kaftan]

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