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rabat
This term refers to a specific piece of professional attire, primarily associated with the legal and ecclesiastical traditions of Continental Europe, particularly France. It is characterized by its distinct white, rectangular shape and is designed to be worn over a gown or cassock, signaling a high degree of formality and institutional authority.
Because it is a specialized garment used in niche professional contexts, it is rarely encountered in general conversation. It should not be confused with a general "collar" or "necktie," as the rabat carries a specific symbolic weight related to the dignity of the court or the church.
Meanings
Examples
The priest adjusted his white rabat before entering the cathedral.
He wore a traditional black cassock paired with a crisp rabat.
He wore a traditional black cassock paired with a crisp rabat.
Does the legal dress in this region still require a rabat?
The rabat was slightly crooked as he stepped up to the pulpit.
I wonder if that fabric is the standard material for a rabat.
The judge looked stern with the white rabat contrasting against his dark robes.
Ensure your rabat is clean and pressed for the ceremony.
The old photograph showed a line of clergy all wearing the same style of rabat.