kurta

noun

kur·​ta ˈkər-tə How to pronounce kurta (audio)
ˈku̇r-tä
: a long loose-fitting collarless shirt of a style originating in India

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For men, Mishal carries kurta pajamas, a knee-length tunic outfit, along with embellished waistcoats to elevate the look. Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026 Guests walk around in the white cotton kurtas that are handed to them on arrival. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026 His campaign ads featured him wearing kurtas, Indian tunics. Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025 The collection featured Banarasi brocade, mirror work, tie-dye detailing, Nehru collars and kurta tailoring — motifs deeply rooted in Indian tradition and craftsmanship. Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 24 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for kurta

Word History

Etymology

Hindi & Urdu kurtā, from Persian kurta

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kurta was in 1913

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“Kurta.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kurta. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.

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