Definition
burqa
noun
- a long, loose outer garment that covers the entire body and face, worn by some Muslim women
Usage: also spelled burka; worn primarily in South Asia and the Middle East
Examples
- She wore a blue burqa when she went to the market.
- The burqa is a traditional garment in many Muslim-majority countries.
- Some women choose to wear a burqa for religious or cultural reasons.
- The fabric of her burqa was embroidered with intricate patterns.
- Different regions have different styles of burqa.