camise


ca·mise

noun \kə-ˈmēz, -ˈmēs\

Definition of CAMISE

: a light loose long-sleeved shirt, gown, or tunic

Origin of CAMISE

Arabic qamīṣ, ultimately from Late Latin camisia
First Known Use: 1812

Other Clothing Terms

babushka, brogue, bumbershoot, cravat, dishabille, furbelow, layette, raiment, spectator

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