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toga

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ˈtɔɡɐ/to·ga

Definition

1

A loose outer garment worn by citizens of ancient Rome; a robe worn on formal or ceremonial occasions by judges, academics, etc.

Usage examples

The graduates wore traditional togas for the ceremony.
In ancient Rome, the toga was a symbol of citizenship.

Synonyms

Common combinations

academic gownjudicial robewear a gownblack robe