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toga
toga
noun to·ga \ˈtō-gə\
: a long, loose piece of clothing that was worn by people in ancient Rome
Full Definition of TOGA
: the loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome; also : a similar loose wrap or a professional, official, or academic gown
— to·gaed \-gəd\ adjective
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Origin of TOGA
Latin; akin to Latin tegere to cover — more at thatch
First Known Use: 1600
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