obi Definition

obi¹
obeah
noun obis, obeahs

1. A kind of witchcraft practised in the W Indies and Guyana, etc.
2. A fetish or charm used in this kind of witchcraft.

Derivative: obi-man
noun

A male or female practitioner of obi.

Etymology: 18c: W African.

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obi²
noun

obis, obi
1. A broad sash, tied in a large flat bow at the back, that is worn with a Japanese kimono.

Etymology: 19c: Japanese, from obiru to wear.