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Aba

Noun / ˌeɪˌbi:ˈeɪ / Another word for aba — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A garment worn in the Middle East, especially by Arabs.

Synonyms & similar words

cloak shawl robe mantle overcoat wrap poncho cape cover-up veil garb attire dress costume outfit uniform suit regalia gear ensemble

Common collocations

  • a traditional aba
  • wear an aba
  • the aba garment
  • a wool aba
  • the aba robe
  • a desert aba

Word family

noun aba

Usage note

Aba is a type of garment, specifically a loose outer cloak or robe, traditionally worn in North Africa and the Middle East. It is not commonly used in everyday English outside of specific cultural contexts.

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Example sentences

  1. The man wore a black aba to the mosque.
  2. My friend brought back a beautiful aba from his trip to Saudi Arabia.
  3. The sheikh's aba was made of the finest silk.
  4. My dad wore his aba to the wedding.
  5. The woman's aba was embroidered with gold thread.

Quotes

  • I love the way the wind catches the aba and makes it flutter like a bird's wings. - Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson
  • It is better to wear an aba of humility than to be clothed in a cloak of pride. - Unknown
  • The aba is a symbol of our cultural heritage and should be respected as such. - Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

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