Kaftan (Noun)
Meaning 1
A woman's dress style that imitates the caftan cloaks worn by men in the Near East.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
A (cotton or silk) cloak with full sleeves and sash reaching down to the ankles; worn by men in the Levant.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The Ottoman sultan wore a luxurious silk kaftan embroidered with gold thread to the ceremonial dinner.
- In the sweltering heat of the desert, a loose-fitting cotton kaftan was the most practical garment for the Bedouin tribesman.
- The merchant carefully wrapped the kaftan around his body, adjusting the sash to accentuate the intricate patterns woven into the fabric.
- As he walked through the bustling market, the man's brightly colored kaftan stood out among the more subdued clothing of the locals.
- The young groom's wedding attire consisted of a stunning white kaftan adorned with delicate silver embroidery and a matching turban.