gallabeah
noun
Pronunciation: [ˌɡæl.əˈbiː.ə]
Definition
A long, loose-fitting outer garment, often with full sleeves, traditionally worn by men in parts of the Middle East and North Africa.
Examples
The traveler packed a lightweight gallabeah for his trip to Egypt.
He preferred the comfort of a traditional gallabeah over Western clothing in the heat.
The shop displayed various styles of gallabeahs, some embroidered and others plain.
How to Use gallabeah
- wear a gallabeah (collocation)
- To put on and have a gallabeah as clothing. — "Many men in the region wear a gallabeah during the summer."
- styles of gallabeah (collocation)
- Different designs or types of gallabeahs. — "The market offered various styles of gallabeah to suit different tastes."
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