noun
- Plural of galabiyah; loose, flowing robes worn by men in some Arab and North African countries.
Usage: Also spelled galabia, galabiya, or djellaba in some contexts.; Primarily used in cultural and anthropological contexts.
Examples
- The men wore traditional galabiyahs to the festival.
- Galabiyahs are common everyday clothing in many Middle Eastern countries.
- The shop displayed colorful galabiyahs in various sizes.
- He changed into his galabiyah after work.
- The galabiyahs were made from lightweight cotton to keep cool in the heat.