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    Toga (en. Toga)

    /ˈto.ɣa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A long and loose garment that covers the body, used especially in academic or judicial ceremonies.
    The professor wore a gown during graduation.
    El profesor usó una toga durante la graduación.
    Clothing worn by Roman citizens, symbolizing their citizenship.
    In ancient Rome, the toga was a symbol of status.
    En la antigua Roma, la toga era símbolo de estatus.
    Garment used by lawyers in trials.
    The lawyer appeared in court with his gown.
    El abogado se presentó en la corte con su toga.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'toga', which means 'cloak' or 'garment'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    graduation gown
    Garment worn by graduates in diploma awarding ceremonies.
    toga de graduación
    lawyer's gown
    Garment used by lawyers during trials.
    toga de abogado

    Related Words

    toga maker
    Person dedicated to making or selling togas.
    toguero
    togar
    Act of wearing a toga.
    togar

    Slang Meanings

    Formal dress
    At that party, everyone wore gowns; they looked very elegant.
    En esa fiesta todos llevaban toga, se veían muy elegantes.
    Garment over clothing
    When I arrived at my friend's house, I was only wearing my toga over my pajamas.
    Al llegar a la casa de mi amigo, solo tenía puesta mi toga sobre el pijama.