Glossary

1. Chiton: Clothing which covered the left arm and left the right arm free.

2. Chlamys: A short, oblong mantle which was fastened at the right shoulder.

3.Cloak: A loose, sleeveless outer garment.

4.Garment: a piece of Clothing.

5. Himation: Worn over the womens chiton, sole garment for men.

6.Kalisiris: A tight fitting skirt which fastened up under the arms.

7.Pagan: A person who believes in many gods.

8.Palla: The Greek himation.

9.Pallium: Worn over the toga by men, also similar to the himation.

10.Toga: Worn on important occasions and was long, sweeping, and usually white.

11.Tunic: A loose garment, usually reaching the knees.

12.Tunica: The most common article of clothing for women.

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