shuba

noun

shu·​ba

ˈshübə

plural -s

: a Russian fur or fur-lined overcoat or cloak

Word History

Etymology

Russian, from Middle High German schūbe outer garment, from Old Italian giubba jacket, from Arabic jubbah

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