Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lungi
Noun
/ˈlʌŋɡi/
Definition
A lungi is a piece of clothing, typically made of cotton, that is worn around the waist by men in certain regions, primarily in South Asia.
Examples
- He relaxed at home in his comfortable lungi.
- During the hot afternoons, many men prefer wearing a lungi.
- At the festival, traditional dancers wore brightly colored lungis.
Meaning
The lungi is often worn in informal settings, especially in warm climates. It provides comfort and ease of movement.
Synonyms
- sarong
- wrap
