toga virilis

noun

to·​ga vi·​ri·​lis ˌtō-gə-və-ˈrē-ləs How to pronounce toga virilis (audio) -ˈri- How to pronounce toga virilis (audio)
plural togae viriles ˈtō-ˌgī-və-ˈrē-ˌlās How to pronounce toga virilis (audio)
-ˈri-
: the white toga of manhood assumed by boys of ancient Rome at age 15

Word History

Etymology

Latin, men's toga

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of toga virilis was in 1600

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“Toga virilis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toga%20virilis. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.

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