Obi
noun
A belt worn with a traditional Japanese kimono.
She tied her kimono with a colorful obi.
Often appears as...
- put on an obi
- wrap an obi
noun
A sash worn by certain West African officials as a symbol of office.
He wore an obi to signify his status as a village elder.
Often appears as...
- wear an obi
- official obi
noun
In sorcery and divination: a representation of magical force, identified with certain natural objects.
The sorcerer used an obi to conduct his spiritual practices.
Often appears as...
- use an obi
- magical obi
Usage tips
Specialized
noun
A belt worn with a traditional Japanese kimono.
She tied her kimono with a colorful obi.
Often appears as...
- put on an obi
- wrap an obi
noun
A sash worn by certain West African officials as a symbol of office.
He wore an obi to signify his status as a village elder.
Often appears as...
- wear an obi
- official obi
noun
In sorcery and divination: a representation of magical force, identified with certain natural objects.
The sorcerer used an obi to conduct his spiritual practices.
Often appears as...
- use an obi
- magical obi
Usage tips
Specialized
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Garment
The obi is integral to Japanese traditional attire and reflects cultural artistry.
Japanese tea ceremonies often showcase the exquisite designs of obi.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Everyday Wear
Unlike belts in Western clothing, an obi is usually worn on special occasions.
She chose her most ornate obi for the festival.
Pro Tip 3/3Tying Techniques
There are various ways to tie an obi, with each style carrying its own significance.
The butterfly-style knot on her obi suited the celebratory mood.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Garment
The obi is integral to Japanese traditional attire and reflects cultural artistry.
Japanese tea ceremonies often showcase the exquisite designs of obi.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Everyday Wear
Unlike belts in Western clothing, an obi is usually worn on special occasions.
She chose her most ornate obi for the festival.
Pro Tip 3/3Tying Techniques
There are various ways to tie an obi, with each style carrying its own significance.
The butterfly-style knot on her obi suited the celebratory mood.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Garment
The obi is integral to Japanese traditional attire and reflects cultural artistry.
Japanese tea ceremonies often showcase the exquisite designs of obi.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Everyday Wear
Unlike belts in Western clothing, an obi is usually worn on special occasions.
She chose her most ornate obi for the festival.
Pro Tip 3/3Tying Techniques
There are various ways to tie an obi, with each style carrying its own significance.
The butterfly-style knot on her obi suited the celebratory mood.
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