Chador
(noun)
- A long, full-length cloak worn by some Muslim women, typically covering the head and body.
- A veil or headscarf worn by Muslim women in some cultures.
Origin:
From persian chādor, from middle persian chādar, from avestan čādar ("veil, covering").
Examples:
- The woman was wearing a chador, covering her entire body except for her face.
- Many Iranian women wear the chador as a sign of their religious beliefs.
- In some countries, wearing a chador is mandatory for women in public spaces.
- The chador has a long history and is an important part of traditional Persian culture.
- The chador is a controversial topic, with some people believing it is oppressive to women.