robe

/ɹəʊb/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: robes · robing · robed

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A long loose outer garment, often signifying honorary stature.

Noun

Examples

Through tattered clothes small vices do appear; / Robes and furred gowns hide all.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

The skin of an animal, especially the bison, dressed with the fur on, and used as a wrap.

NounRegister: US

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To clothe; to dress.

Verb

Examples

robed in glory

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 4

Meaning · English

To put on official vestments.

Verb

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “robe” mean?

A long loose outer garment, often signifying honorary stature.

Is “robe” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.