ribbon shirtn.North American a type of shirt decorated with ribbons, worn by members of certain North American Indian groups as part of their traditional costume.
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1956 Chron. Okla.34 234 The men favor bluejeans and colorful ‘ribbon’ shirts and neck scarves.
2007 C. A. LeslieNeedlework through Hist. 177 With ribbons cascading from the shoulders like fringe, the ribbon shirt is a reminder of the beaded buckskin war shirt.