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jilbab

/dʒɪlbæb/ noun · British & US
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What does jilbab mean?

noun

A long piece of fabric worn by some Muslim women as a headscarf and cloak, typically covering the head, neck, and body.

Example

"She wore a jilbab to the mosque on Fridays."

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