Zarapes

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A type of traditional Mexican shawl or blanket often featuring vibrant colors and patterns
2. A woven garment commonly used in Mexico, typically worn over the shoulders or as a covering
3. A decorative textile piece, often associated with Mexican culture, used for warmth or style

Etymology: "Zarapes" is simply the plural of "zarape," a Spanish-derived noun for the colorful woven blanket or shawl associated with Mexico. The singular form is the one that entered English, and the plural follows the ordinary English pattern of adding "-s" to a noun borrowed from Spanish, where the final "-e" marks it as a word of Spanish origin.

Synonyms: shawls, wraps