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    Túnica (en. Tunica)

    /'tunika/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A traditional garment worn in different cultures.
    The tunic was a symbol of status in ancient Greece.
    La túnica era un símbolo de estatus en la antigua Grecia.
    In biology, the tunic refers to the membrane that surrounds certain organs or parts of the body.
    The adventitia is the outer layer of blood vessels.
    La túnica adventicia es la capa externa de los vasos sanguíneos.
    In architecture, it refers to a layer or covering that encloses a structure.
    The marble tunic gave the building a majestic appearance.
    La túnica de mármol daba al edificio un aspecto majestuoso.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'tunica', which means garment.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    leather tunic
    A garment made of leather that fits the body.
    túnica de cuero
    long tunic
    A garment that extends beyond the hip.
    túnica larga
    monastic tunic
    A garment used by monks.
    túnica monacal

    Related Words

    tunic
    Related to a tunic.
    túnico
    tunicated
    One that wears a tunic.
    tunicado
    tunic (adjective)
    One that has the shape or appearance of a tunic.
    túnico (adjetivo)

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, it refers to a relaxed or carefree lifestyle.
    He always wears his tunic and takes everything lightly.
    Él siempre lleva su túnica y se toma todo a la ligera.
    It can be used colloquially to describe someone who dresses very simply or sloppily.
    Today he came to the office in his tunic, as if he were at home.
    Hoy llegó a la oficina en su túnica, como si estuviera en casa.