1. a long, loose-fitting robe or garment worn in West Africa, typically by men
Usage: also spelled 'bubou'; common in Senegal, Mali, and other West African countries

Examples

• He wore a traditional boubou to the wedding ceremony.
• The boubou is often made from colorful, patterned fabric.
• Many West African men prefer the boubou for formal occasions.
• She admired the intricate embroidery on his boubou.
• The tailor specialized in making custom boubous for clients.