red gown

Vermilion floor-length garment

A red gown is a formal robe worn by certain officials, particularly judges in some jurisdictions and academics at particular universities.

The color traditionally signals high rank or authority.

In British academic contexts, doctors and certain senior members wear red gowns at ceremonies: The professors processed in their red gowns.

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