1. Plural of huipil; a loose, sleeveless or short-sleeved garment worn by women in Mexico and Central America, typically embroidered and reaching to the knees or ankles.
Usage: Also spelled huipil (singular) or güipil.; Borrowed from Nahuatl.; Primarily used in anthropological, cultural, and fashion contexts.

Examples

• The museum displayed a collection of traditional huipils from different regions of Mexico.
• She wore a colorful huipil embroidered with intricate patterns at the cultural festival.
• Huipils remain an important part of indigenous dress in many Central American communities.
• The artisans spent months creating the detailed huipils for the exhibition.
• Traditional huipils are often passed down through families as cultural heirlooms.