kaftan

UK
/ˈkæf.tæn/
US
/ˈkæf.tæn/

Translations

kaftannoun
kaftans
pl
UK
/ˈkæf.tæn/
US
/ˈkæf.tæn/
He wore a colorful kaftan to the party.
Он надел яркий кафтан на вечеринку.
kaftanadjective
UK
/ˈkæf.tæn/
US
/ˈkæf.tæn/
Used attributively to describe items that resemble or are inspired by a kaftan.

Definitions

kaftannoun
A long, loose garment with wide sleeves, often worn as a robe or tunic, traditionally worn in the Middle East.
She wore a colorful kaftan to the beach, which flowed beautifully in the breeze.
A type of long coat or overdress, often worn as a fashion statement or for comfort.
He chose a stylish kaftan for the evening party, pairing it with elegant accessories.
In historical Russia, a long, usually belted outer garment worn by men, especially peasants and merchants.
Old photographs of 19th-century merchants often show them clad in a thick woollen kaftan.
kaftanadjective
Relating to or characteristic of a kaftan; styled after a kaftan.
The collection features kaftan silhouettes perfect for summer evenings.