A sleeveless tunic or garment worn in ancient times, particularly as a religious or ceremonial vestment.
From Latin 'colobium', derived from Greek 'kolobion', meaning a sleeveless garment. The word appears in early Christian texts describing monastic and priestly clothing.
Early Christian monks wearing colobia (sleeveless tunics) were making a statement—no sleeves meant more freedom of movement for prayer and work, plus it was economical with fabric!
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