schenti
clothing
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The schenti was a type of loincloth worn by ancient Egyptians, typically made from woven material. It was wrapped multiple times around the hips and groin and tied or belted in front. Sometimes, the schenti was pleated or stiffened to create a projecting front. This garment is considered one of the earliest forms of clothing, with evidence of its use dating back to around 3000 BCE. Loincloths, including the schenti, were still in use in some parts of the world in the 20th and 21st centuries.1
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