n. & adj.
--n.
1. a a native or national of Afghanistan. b a person of Afghan descent.
2 the official language of Afghanistan (also called PASHTO).
3 (afghan) a knitted and sewn woollen blanket or shawl.
4 (in full Afghan coat) a kind of sheepskin coat with the skin outside and usu. with a shaggy border.
--adj. of or relating to Afghanistan or its people or language.
Phrases and idioms:
Afghan hound a tall hunting dog with long silky hair.
Etymology: Pashto afghani