Apron

An apron is an outer protective garment that covers primarily the front of the body. It may be worn for hygenic reasons as well as in order to protect clothes from wear and tear. The apron is a commonly a part of the uniform of several work categories, including waitresses, nurses and domestic staff. It is also sometimes worn as a decorative garment by women.

The term is also used more generally to refer to an expanse surrounding some object; for example, an airport can have a concrete "apron" around it, where planes and other vehicles can move about.