noun
- Plural of dhooti; a long piece of cloth worn as a garment by men in South Asia, typically wrapped around the waist and legs.
Usage: Also spelled dhoti or dhotis; Common in India and other South Asian countries; Traditional or formal wear in many South Asian contexts
Examples
- The men wore traditional dhooties to the festival.
- In many Indian villages, dhooties remain the everyday clothing for men.
- He changed into his white dhooti for the religious ceremony.
- The tailor specialized in making fine cotton dhooties.
- Dhooties are often worn with a kurta or shirt in formal settings.