robe
UK: rəʊb | US: roʊb
n. a long, loose outer garment, often worn for ceremonial or formal occasions
n. a dressing gown or bathrobe
vt. to dress someone in a robe
The word "robe" traces back to the Old French robe, meaning "booty, spoils, or garment," derived from the Germanic rauba (plunder). Over time, the meaning shifted from "stolen goods" to "clothing" (as plundered items often included garments). The silent -e in Modern English preserves the spelling but no longer affects pronunciation. The word’s evolution reflects how material wealth (like clothing) was historically tied to conquest.
The judge wore a black robe during the trial.
She wrapped herself in a warm robe after her shower.
The king was robed in silk and gold for the coronation.
Monks in the monastery wear simple brown robes.
He hung his robe on the back of the bedroom door.