dashiki
UK[dɑːˈʃiːki]US[dɑːˈʃiːki]
n
a loose, brightly colored shirt or tunic, originally from west africa, often with an embroidered neckline and worn by men and women.
Etymology
the word 'dashiki' entered english in the late 1960s, borrowed directly from yoruba 'dàńṣíkí'. this term itself is a loanword from the hausa language 'dán cíkí', meaning 'shirt' or 'short tunic'. the garment, and subsequently its name, gained prominence internationally during the black cultural movements of the 1960s and 70s as a symbol of african heritage and identity. its journey from a local west african garment to a globally recognized item of cultural apparel illustrates the transmission of material culture and language.
Analysis
this word is a loanword from yoruba, a language of west africa. it is not meaningfully divisible into smaller morphemes using english spelling conventions.
Examples
he wore a vibrant green and gold dashiki to the cultural festival.
the dashiki is celebrated for its comfortable fit and intricate embroidery patterns.
many designers have incorporated the dashiki's bold prints into modern fashion collections.