tunic
UK: ˈtjuːnɪk | US: ˈtuːnɪk
n. a loose garment, typically sleeveless and reaching to the knees, worn in ancient Greece and Rome
n. a close-fitting short coat worn as part of a uniform, especially in the military
n. (Botany) a covering or layer of tissue
tunic = tun<garment> + ic<noun suffix>
- tun (from Latin tunica, meaning "garment" or "undergarment")
- ic (a noun-forming suffix, often indicating a thing or object)
Etymology Origin:
The word "tunic" traces back to Latin tunica, which referred to a simple, sleeveless garment worn by both men and women in ancient Rome. The Latin term likely derived from an earlier Mediterranean or Etruscan source, reflecting the garment's widespread use in classical antiquity. Over time, the word evolved to describe various types of fitted or layered garments, including military uniforms and botanical structures, retaining its core association with "covering."
The Roman soldier adjusted his woolen tunic before battle.
She wore a linen tunic over leggings for a casual yet elegant look.
The museum displayed a child’s tunic from the Byzantine era.
In botany, the tunic of a bulb protects the inner layers.
The choir members donned blue tunics for the performance.