Fashion

/ˈfæʃ.ən/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A popular trend, especially in styles of dress and ornament or manners of behavior.
The latest fashion in clothing often changes with the seasons.
A manner of doing something; the way in which something is made or done.
The project was completed in a timely fashion.
The leading or most accepted style at a given time.
Her dress was the height of fashion at the gala.
verb
To make or shape something.
The designer will fashion the new collection from eco-friendly materials.
To give a particular shape or form to something.
He fashioned a beautiful sculpture from a block of stone.

Etymology

Middle English 'fashion' from Old French 'façon', from Latin 'factio'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in fashion
Currently popular or trendy.
set the fashion
To establish a trend or style.
to be in the fashion
To be in accordance with trends or styles.

Related Words

couture
High-end fashion design and tailoring.
apparel
Clothing or garments.
avant-garde
New and experimental ideas in fashion.

Slang Meanings

Fashionista
She's such a fashionista, always wearing the latest styles.
On fleek
Her outfit is on fleek today!
Fit
Check out my fit; I just got these new sneakers.