Definition

A simple, loose-fitting garment typically sleeveless or short-sleeved, worn in ancient Rome and other Mediterranean cultures as an everyday outer garment. Modern tunics are longer shirts, often worn over pants or leggings.

Example Usage

Roman soldiers wore a basic wool tunic under their armor for comfort and warmth.

Origin

From Latin tunica, possibly related to Etruscan origins; the garment evolved from simple wrapping cloths.

Fun Fact

The color and type of tunic worn in Rome signaled social status—citizens wore white, while slaves and laborers wore coarser brown or gray versions.

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