Dress

/drɛs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A garment typically consisting of a bodice and a skirt, worn by women and girls.

She wore a beautiful red dress to the party.

A formal or elegant attire.

He arrived at the wedding in a dress suit.

The distinctive style of clothing associated with a particular culture or profession.

The traditional dress of the region reflects its rich heritage.

verb

To put on clothes or to clothe oneself.

She decided to dress quickly before the guests arrived.

To decorate or adorn something, especially food.

The chef will dress the salad with a vinaigrette before serving.

To prepare or arrange something for a particular purpose.

They need to dress the table for the formal dinner.

Middle English dres, from Old French drecier to put in order or arrange, from Late Latin dressare to dress.

dress to impress

To wear clothing that makes one look attractive or stylish.

dressed up

Clothed in formal attire.

little black dress

A simple, elegant black dress suitable for many occasions.

gown

A formal dress worn on special occasions.

apparel

Clothes, especially outer garments.

Dress down

She decided to dress down for the casual Friday at work.

Dressed to the nines

He was dressed to the nines for the gala event.