jilbab

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A long, loose-fitting coat or similar garment worn by some Muslim women to fulfil hijab.

Word forms

jilbab jilbabs jalabib jilbaab

Etymology

Borrowed from Arabic جِلْبَاب (jilbāb).

Derived words

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