Definition of "kimono" []

• A long, wide-sleeved Japanese robe worn with an obi and often elaborately decorated. (noun)
• A loose, light robe worn chiefly by women. (noun)

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• "Reversing images can make significant Japanese cultural details, such as how a kimono is tied, look wrong."
• "Yesterday, as I was about to leave for work (all grizzly and harried), Mr. Nag presented me with an unexpected gift, this beautiful Japanese kimono from a friend's shop:"
• "Now move to the bookshelf and using the stool grab the doll kimono from the very top of the bookshelf."