also: うい
noun
angel's raiment; robe of feathers
Mythological or poetic term for a feathered robe worn by celestial beings, especially in the legend of the Hagoromo (羽衣伝説). Often associated with heavenly maidens.
天女が羽衣をまとって空を舞う姿は美しい。
The sight of a celestial maiden wearing a robe of feathers and dancing in the sky is beautiful.
羽衣伝説は日本
Legends of the Hagoromo (feathered robe) remain in various parts of Japan.
noun
wings; plumage
Poetic or literary term for the wings or plumage of birds and insects. Not used in everyday conversation; 翼 (つばさ) or 羽毛 (うもう) are more common.
蝶の羽衣は光を受けてきらめいていた。
The butterfly's wings sparkled in the light.
noun
type of bug
Only with reading はごろも
Specific entomological term for a type of bug. Restricted to the reading はごろも. Rare outside specialized contexts.
図鑑で「羽衣」と書かれた虫を見つけた。
I found a bug labeled 'Hagoromo' in the illustrated reference book.