salwar kameez

British  

/ ˈsælwɑː ˌkæmiːz /

noun

1. a long tunic worn over a pair of baggy trousers, usually worn by women, esp in Pakistan

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Example Sentences

It’s about a beautiful sari or a salwar kameez, some light outfit for a puja, because you have to sit for a long time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 8, 2025

There was no characteristic long beard, or traditional salwar kameez outfit, and certainly no rusted weapons.

From BBC • Aug. 28, 2021

It was a beautiful, hot, sunny day and we really stood out because everyone was in traditional dress – salwar kameez, bright colours, embroidered patterns.

From The Guardian • Nov. 12, 2017

The wrestling ring was decorated with a lush rug; a Bhangra dance team made its way down the entrance ramp; a woman in a purple salwar kameez sang the Indian national anthem.

From New York Times • Aug. 18, 2017

We're both wearing salwar kameez outfits that smell like mothballs.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins