noun
- Plural of dishdasha; loose-fitting, ankle-length robes traditionally worn by men in the Arabian Gulf region and other parts of the Middle East.
Usage: Also spelled 'thobes' or 'kanduras' in some regions; Cultural garment; commonly worn in formal and everyday settings in Gulf countries
Examples
- The men wore white dishdashas to the formal ceremony.
- In the summer, many people prefer light-colored dishdashas to stay cool.
- The tailor specialized in making traditional dishdashas with intricate embroidery.
- He owned several dishdashas in different colors for various occasions.
- Dishdashas are considered appropriate formal wear in many Middle Eastern countries.