First Known Use: 13th century
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1robe
noun \ˈrōb\
: a long, loose piece of clothing that is worn on top of other clothes to show that someone has a high rank or an important job
: a loose piece of clothing that wraps around your body and that you wear before or after bathing, swimming, etc., or while resting at home
Full Definition of ROBE
1
a : a long flowing outer garment; especially : one used for ceremonial occasions or as a symbol of office or profession b : a loose garment (as a bathrobe) for informal wear especially at home
3
: a covering of pelts or fabric for the lower body used while driving or at outdoor events
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Origin of ROBE
Middle English, from Anglo-French, booty, clothing, robe, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German roubōn to rob
Related to ROBE
2robe
verb
robedrob·ing
Definition of ROBE
transitive verb
: to clothe or cover with or as if with a robe
intransitive verb
1
: to put on a robe
2
: dress
First Known Use of ROBE
14th century
ROBED Defined for Kids
1robe
noun \ˈrōb\
Definition of ROBE for Kids
1
: a long loose or flowing garment <a judge's robe>
2
: a loose garment worn especially after bathing or while relaxing at home
2robe
verb
robedrob·ing
Definition of ROBE for Kids
: to dress especially in a robe
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