NYT Dictionary

TOGA

/ˈtoʊ.ɡə/
NounTO-gato-ga · 2 syllablesGrade 6

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Meaning

A loose outer garment worn by the citizens of Ancient Rome.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

Borrowed directly from Latin toga, from tegō (“to clothe”). Doublet of toge. The Philippine (and Indonesian) senses are due to the resemblance of the white ceremonial gowns worn by graduates of institutions to the loose outer garment worn by the citizens of Ancient Rome.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

togecape

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 12 recorded puzzles:

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