Definition
dhotis
noun
- Plural of dhoti; a long piece of cloth worn as a lower garment, traditionally worn by men in South Asia, especially India.
Usage: Also spelled 'dhooti' or 'dhoti'; Common in Indian and South Asian contexts; Often worn in formal or traditional settings
Examples
- The men wore traditional dhotis to the wedding ceremony.
- In many Indian villages, dhotis remain the everyday clothing for men.
- He changed into white dhotis for the religious festival.
- The shop sold colorful dhotis made from cotton and silk.
- Dhotis are often paired with kurtas for formal occasions.