muumuu

the word 'muumuu' entered english directly from the hawaiian language, where it simply means "cut off" or "shortened." this name was originally applied to the garment by western missionaries in hawaii during the early 19th century, who introduced a loose, high-necked, long-sleeved dress. the hawaiian women, finding this style too constricting for the tropical climate, removed the sleeves and collar, creating a shorter, more comfortable version which they called the 'muumuu.' over time, the term evolved in english to refer specifically to the long, loose, and often brightly patterned dresses now iconic as a symbol of hawaiian casual wear and resort fashion.

this word is a direct loanword from hawaiian. it is not segmented into smaller meaningful parts in english.