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kimonos

/kɪˈmoʊ.noʊz/

NOUN

1. Traditional Japanese garments

Traditional Japanese robe-like garments that wrap around the body, typically featuring long sleeves, a T-shaped construction, and an overlapping front secured with an obi sash. They are commonly worn for formal ceremonies and cultural occasions.

1.1. Traditional Japanese clothing

Refers to traditional Japanese robes worn for formal ceremonies, cultural celebrations, festivals, and other occasions, often distinguished by elaborate fabrics, patterns, and decorative obi sashes.

Synonyms

  • Japanese robes
  • traditional Japanese garments

Examples

  • The shop specializes in traditional kimonos, each crafted with intricate designs and patterns.
  • At the cultural festival, many participants wore kimonos to celebrate their heritage.
  • She collected various kimonos from different regions of Japan, each telling its own unique story.

Related Words

  • obi
  • yukata
  • furisode
  • tomesode
  • hakama
  • tartan
  • Japanese culture

NOUN

2. Japanese casual summer robes

Lightweight, informal Japanese robes similar in construction to traditional kimonos, commonly worn during summer festivals, after bathing, or in relaxed settings.

2.1. Casual Japanese summer garments

Refers to lightweight Japanese robes, particularly yukata, worn during summer festivals, informal gatherings, and other casual occasions.

Synonyms

  • yukatas

Examples

  • The fabric used for the kimonos was lightweight and perfect for the warm summer weather.

Related Words

  • cotton robe
  • summer clothing
  • Japanese festival
  • obi
  • traditional dress

NOUN

3. Western kimono-inspired garments

Loose, robe-like garments in Western fashion inspired by traditional Japanese kimonos, often featuring wide sleeves and an open or wraparound front.

3.1. Fashion robes and outerwear

Describes contemporary Western garments inspired by the Japanese kimono, worn as lightweight jackets, cover-ups, dressing gowns, or decorative outer layers.

Synonyms

  • kimono jackets
  • wraparound robes
  • lounging robes

Examples

  • During the fashion show, models showcased modern interpretations of classic kimonos.

Related Words

  • dressing gowns
  • bathrobes
  • housecoats
  • cover-ups
  • outerwear
  • wide sleeves