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Korean

시마
Meaning: a traditional mourning garment worn for three months for certain close relatives
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example

시마는 가까운 친족의 장례 때 석 달 동안 입던 전통 상복이다.
It was a traditional mourning garment worn for three months after the funeral of a close relative.

Usage Notes

A historical term from the traditional Korean mourning system; it refers to fine-hemp mourning clothes and is not a general modern word for every funeral garment.

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