pareo

[ pahr-ey-oh, -ey-oo ]

noun

, plural pa·re·os.

1. pareu ( def 2 ).

Example Sentences

Professional big-wave surfer Koa Rothman, who frequently travels from his home in Hawaii to surf events around the world, always has a pareo, or sarong, in his travel bag.

From Washington Post

On Ansedonia, a popular beach north of Rome, Kabir Zemron, 49, stood next to his cart, its umbrellas hanging with floral and monochrome sundresses, watching Carlotta Robbiano, 26, a district manager for the lingerie chain Calzedonia try on a purple pareo.

From New York Times

Paisley and flower power silk scarves sourced from flea markets were remade as bias-cut silk dresses and shorts with flowing pareo “skirts” at the back; sunset shade T-shirts had a shadow print of arms raised in a triangular feminist symbol; tapestry knits became coats; flared silk trousers were finished in silk fringe at the ankles; and pleated Grecian dresses were caught by leather harnesses.

From New York Times

The New Mexico Court of Appeals decision issued Monday says District Judge Drew Tatum ruled correctly that Darcie Pareo and Calvin Pareo were denied their right under state law to testify before the grand jury that charged them with fraud, conspiracy and other crimes.

From Seattle Times

“I think the atmosphere now is relief, knowing it is past and the building is still there and everyone is OK,” said the British woman, wearing a colorful pareo over her swimsuit.

From Reuters