Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
batina
Noun
bah-TEE-nah

Definition
A type of academic robe or gown worn by scholars and students during formal ceremonies or events.

Examples
- The graduates wore their batinas proudly during the commencement ceremony.
- At the university’s annual ceremony, professors donned their batinas along with their caps.
- He felt a sense of pride as he put on his batina for the first time as a doctoral student.

Meaning
In the context of academia, a ‘batina’ refers to a specific garment that symbolizes the wearer’s scholarly status and commitment to education.

Synonyms
- robe
- gown
- cape