Sarong

A sarong or sarung (/səˈrɒŋ/; Malay: [ˈsaroŋ], formal Indonesian: [ˈsaruŋ], colloquial Indonesian: [ˈsarʊŋ], Arabic: صارون, Sinhalese: සරම; meaning "sheath" in Indonesian and Malay) is a large tube or length of fabric, often wrapped around the waist, worn in South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Arabian Peninsula, East Africa, and on many Pacific islands. The fabric often has woven plaid or checkered patterns, or may be brightly colored by means of batik or ikat dyeing. Many modern sarongs have printed designs, often depicting animals or plants. The sarong is similar to or synonymous with the lungi of South India and the izaar of the Arabian Peninsula.