1. a loose outer garment worn by citizens of ancient Rome, consisting of a single piece of cloth draped around the body
Usage: historical
2. a similar loose garment worn at graduation ceremonies or costume parties
Usage: modern usage

Examples

• Roman senators wore white togas as a symbol of their status.
• The museum displayed a marble statue of Caesar in his toga.
• Students at the toga party wrapped bedsheets around themselves.
• The graduation ceremony required all participants to wear academic togas.
• Ancient Roman citizens were distinguished by their right to wear the toga.
• She fashioned a toga from a white sheet for the costume contest.