Burnoose
(noun)
A hooded cloak or cape typically made of wool, traditionally worn in North Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.
Origin:
From french burnous, from berber burnus.
Examples:
- The traveler wore a burnoose to protect himself from the desert sand storms.
- The nomads were dressed in traditional garb, including burnooses made from camel wool.
- The burnoose provided excellent protection from the hot sun and blowing sand.
- The burnooses were decorated with intricate embroidery that reflected the wearer's tribe and status.
- The burnoose was an essential part of the desert nomad's wardrobe, providing both warmth and protection.