Meaning & Definition of word "Clothing"
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Clothing
/ˈkloʊðɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. Items worn to cover the body.
- Example: She donated her old clothing to the local shelter.
- 2. Garments or attire designed for particular occasions or purposes.
- Example: His casual clothing was perfect for the beach party.
- 3. The textile material used for making garments.
- Example: This clothing is made from organic cotton.
- 4. Collective term for all kinds of apparel.
- Example: The store has a wide selection of clothing for all seasons.
Etymology
From Old English 'clāþing', related to 'clāþ' meaning cloth.
Common Phrases and Expressions
dressed to the nines:
Dressed very elegantly.
wardrobe malfunction:
An instance where clothing fails to cover appropriately.
second skin:
Clothing that fits very closely to the body.
Related Words
garment:
An article of clothing.
apparel:
Clothing or attire.
attire:
Clothing, especially formal or elaborate clothing.
Slang Meanings of clothing
Meaning: Threads
Example Sentence: He's really into designer threads.
Meaning: Gear
Example Sentence: She picked up some new gear for the trip.
Meaning: Fit
Example Sentence: Check out his fit for the party.