What is abaya and what does abaya mean? Read about the definition and meaning of abaya

abaya

Aba is the name of a coarse, felted fabric woven of camel’s or goat’s hair.
A loose, sleeveless outer garment made of this fabric or of silk, worn by Arabs.
The name of traditional Arabic dresses, worn by Arabic women at weddings and parties.

Etymology & Origin of abaya

Arabic word, first coined circa 1856