Definition

A piece of clothing made from a long strip of fabric that is wrapped around the waist, commonly worn in tropical regions.

Example

She wore a colorful sarong to the beach.

Conversation

Have you seen my new sarong?

No, I haven't! Where did you get it?

I bought it at that little shop by the beach.

That sounds great! I need to check it out for a sarong too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'sarong' originates from Malay 'sarung', meaning a covering or wrapper. It refers to a garment that is wrapped around the body, typically worn in tropical regions.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'covering' ('sarung') that wraps around the body — that's what a sarong is.

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