burnous

Noun

Meaning

A cloaklike garment and hood woven in one piece, worn by Arabs.

A combination cloak and hood worn by women.

Source: Webster's dictionary

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The etymology of these names is unclear, perhaps deriving from tribal customs for clothing ("abtar" and "burnous"), or perhaps distinguishing the nomad (Butr) from the farmer (Baranis). Source: Internet

Singular of Baranis is Burnus, from which burnous, understoood as a long garment. Source: Internet

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