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himation

The English word “himation” has 1 meaning listed here.

noun

  1. A rectangular cloak of linen or wool, worn in Ancient Greece, usually over a chiton.

Etymology

From Ancient Greek ἱμάτιον (himátion), diminutive of ἷμα (hîma), a variant form of εἷμα (heîma, “garment”).

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