noun
- plural of kanzu; long white robes worn in East Africa, particularly in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, traditionally worn by men for formal occasions
Usage: cultural garment; primarily East African
Examples
- The groom wore a white kanzu to the wedding ceremony.
- Many men in Nairobi dress in kanzus for formal events and celebrations.
- The tailor specializes in making traditional kanzus with intricate embroidery.
- During the cultural festival, performers wore colorful kanzus and traditional headwear.
- He inherited several kanzus from his grandfather, each one carefully preserved.