kesa

noun

Meaning

A rectangular robe or outer garment worn by Buddhist monks and nuns, typically made of patchwork cloth.

Examples

The novice monk carefully folded his kesa after the morning service.
Each patch on the old kesa told a story of the monk's travels and teachings.

Synonyms: robe, garment, vestment

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kesa

noun

Pronunciation: ˈkeɪsə

Definition

A rectangular robe or outer garment worn by Buddhist monks and nuns, typically made of patchwork cloth.

Examples

The novice monk carefully folded his kesa after the morning service.
Each patch on the old kesa told a story of the monk's travels and teachings.

How to Use kesa

wear a kesa (collocation): To put on and use the monk's robe. — "The young novice was learning how to properly wear his kesa."
fold a kesa (collocation): To carefully arrange the robe into a neat shape. — "After meditation, the monk would carefully fold his kesa."

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