Etymology

jilbab

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Today it means: A long, loose-fitting coat or similar garment worn by some Muslim women to fulfil hijab. Full definition →

Arabic جِلْبَاب
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  1. Arabic · borrowed fromجِلْبَاب
  2. English todayjilbab

Borrowed from Arabic جِلْبَاب (jilbāb).

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