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Definition of toga

toga

/ˈtoʊ.ɡə/
Plural:togas
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• noun

1

A loose, draped outer garment worn by the citizens of ancient Rome in public, consisting of a single, semicircular piece of fabric wrapped around the body.

Example

"The senator confidently addressed the forum, adjusting the heavy folds of his woolen toga."

2

A modern makeshift costume resembling an ancient Roman robe, typically fashioned from a bedsheet and worn at themed collegiate or social parties.

Example

"During the university's annual history celebration, students creatively transformed their dormitory linens into elaborate togas."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Latin 'toga' (a garment or cloak), which derives from the verb 'tegere', meaning 'to cover'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Toga. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/toga
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