loincloth

/ˈlɔɪn.klɒθ/

Definitions

1. noun

a piece of fabric worn as a garment, typically around the waist, by men in ancient Greece, Rome, and other cultures.

“The ancient Greek warrior wore a loincloth into battle.”

2. noun

a traditional garment worn by men in some tropical or subtropical regions.

“In some African cultures, men wear a loincloth as everyday attire.”

Synonyms

  • cloth
  • garment
  • loincloth

Antonyms

  • coat
  • overcoat