abay

Meanings

• noun

  A type of traditional robe worn by men in Saudi Arabia and other Arab countries, reaching down to the ankles.

  - "The man wore an abay and a headscarf."
  - "Abay is a traditional clothing for men in Arab countries."

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Variants

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Abay , Abbai

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Etymology

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From Arabic word ʿābā, meaning 'father of the father' or 'grandfather'. The robe was traditionally worn by men as a sign of respect and modesty.

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Trivia

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1. The abay is typically made of thick, heavy fabric to provide warmth in cold desert climates.

2. The abay is often worn with a belt called an izar, which is tied around the waist to hold the robe in place.

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Related Concepts

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1. Thobe: A similar type of traditional robe worn by women in Arab countries, reaching down to the ankles. It is also called a thawb or thobeh.

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Culture

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The abay is an essential part of traditional Arab culture and is worn during formal occasions, religious events, and in public places. It is often paired with a headscarf called a shmagh or a ghutra.

How to Memorize "abay"

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2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'abay' as 'Arabic Beautiful Attire'.

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