robe

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noun

ˈrōb

Synonyms of robe next

: a long flowing outer garment

especially : one used for ceremonial occasions or as a symbol of office or profession

: a loose garment (such as a bathrobe) for informal wear especially at home

: covering, mantle

peaks on the axis of the range in their robes of snow and light—

John Muir

: a covering of pelts or fabric for the lower body used while driving or at outdoor events

robe

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verb

robed; robing

transitive verb

: to clothe or cover with or as if with a robe

intransitive verb

: to put on a robe

: dress

Example Sentences

Noun The priest wore a purple robe. with the coming of spring the hills will once again don their robes of green Verb robed the queen in her ceremonial garments

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The video also included some cheeky blurring, which covered parts of Hayek’s body as the robe occasionally slipped open during her carefree dance. —

Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 18 May 2023 To the coronation of King Charles, Alexandra was not in a coronet, wore her Order of the Garter robes. —

Town & Country, 7 May 2023 However, some were quick to point out that the neckline of the dress looked very different than the one under the robe. —

Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 9 May 2023 Today, Prince Michael was spotted in formal robes instead. —

Town & Country, 7 May 2023 Camilla exited the carriage first and had several pages carry the long train of her robes to keep them out of the rainy street. —

Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 6 May 2023 More:From a royal robe to the infield 'drunk tank,' 5 pieces of iconic Kentucky Derby history Rob Ruffin has been to Derby at least 30 times. —

Connor Giffin, The Courier-Journal, 6 May 2023 Meanwhile, Prince George will serve as one of the king's pages of honor, who help carry the monarch's heavy robe down the aisle of Westminster Abbey. —

Kelsey Mulvey, House Beautiful, 4 May 2023 Lords and ladies attending Saturday’s abbey service will wear business suits and dresses, instead of their red robes and coronets. —

Leo Sands, Washington Post, 30 Apr. 2023

Verb

The sword was just one of the royal symbols given to the monarch during the investiture, when the sovereign is robed and presented with a number of symbolic ornaments. —

Leila Sackur, NBC News, 6 May 2023 The dress and robe the Queen wore at her coronation will be displayed. —

Emily Burack, Town & Country, 12 May 2022 Perfect for cosplaying, Halloween or just staying comfy at home, this textured tunic will help fans robe up like Rey (no trip to Batuu required). —

Danielle Directo-meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 May 2022 Consider this ultra-cozy cotton terry cloth robe the Netflix & Chill version of the Little Black Dress. —

Alexandra Cavallo, USA TODAY, 1 June 2020 See More

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