tunics
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/ˈtjuːnɪks/
(tunic)
simple garment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tunic' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'tunica'.
Historical Evolution
'tunic' changed from Latin 'tunica' into Old French 'tunique', entered Middle English as forms like 'tunyke', and eventually became the modern English word 'tunic'.
Meaning Changes
Initially it meant 'a simple garment or under/outer garment', and this basic meaning has largely remained in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural of 'tunic': a loose, usually hip- or thigh-length garment worn over the body (often by women in modern fashion).
She bought several lightweight tunics for the summer.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/09/15 01:41