Main Entry:

¹robe

Pronunciation:

\ˈrōb\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

Middle English, from Anglo-French, booty, clothing, robe, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German roubōn to rob

Date:

13th century

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 home2: covering, mantle <peaks on the axis of the range in their robes of snow and light — John Muir>3: a covering of pelts or fabric for the lower body used while driving or at outdoor events