Loose-fitting outer garment, worn in many historical periods and contexts
A robe is a loose-fitting outer garment.[1][2] Unlike garments described as capes or cloaks, robes usually have sleeves. The English word robe derives from Middle Englishrobe ("garment"), borrowed from Old Frenchrobe ("booty, spoils"), itself taken from the Frankish word *rouba ("spoils, things stolen, clothes"), and is related to the word rob.[1]
A gown used to cover a state of underdress, often after rising in the morning, is called a dressing gown. They are similar to a bathrobe but without the absorbent material.
(Informal usage) Any long flowing garment; for example, a cassock is sometimes called a robe, although a cassock is close-fitting.
A cured animal hide with fur or hair still attached, often from a buffalo, either worn or used in the home for warmth.[3]
See also
Abaya - women's garment from Middle East/North Africa