abayah
|a-ba-yah|
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/əˈbaɪə/
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/əˈbeɪə/
traditional robe
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abayah' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'ʿabāya', where 'ʿabā' meant 'cloak'.
Historical Evolution
'ʿabāya' was adopted into English as 'abayah', maintaining its original meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'cloak', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/03/29 02:36