Definition of HIMATION

himation

Meanings

Plural: himatia, himations

Noun

  • A rectangular cloak of linen or wool, worn in Ancient Greece, usually over a chiton.

Origin / Etymology

From Ancient Greek ἱμάτιον (himátion), diminutive of ἷμα (hîma), a variant form of εἷμα (heîma, “garment”).

Scrabble Score: 13

himation is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
himation is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
himation is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 14

himation is a valid Words With Friends word