Meaning & Definition of word "Garment"

Garment

/ˈɡɑːrmənt/

noun:

  • 1. An article of clothing.
    • Example: She wore a beautiful garment to the formal event.
  • 2. A piece of clothing, especially one that is elegant or fashionable.
    • Example: The designer showcased a stunning garment at the fashion show.
  • 3. A term used to refer collectively to various articles of clothing.
    • Example: The store sells garments for all seasons.
  • 4. A covering or layer for the body.
    • Example: The warm garment protected him from the cold weather.
  • 5. A term often used in the context of sewing and textiles.
    • Example: She selected a high-quality garment fabric for her sewing project.

Etymology

Middle English: from Old French 'garment', from 'garmer' meaning 'to dress'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

put on a garment:

to dress oneself in a piece of clothing.

worn out garment:

a piece of clothing that is old and tattered.

garment district:

an area of a city that specializes in the manufacture or sale of clothing.

Related Words

clothing:

general term for items worn on the body.

apparel:

another term for clothing, often used in commercial contexts.

attire:

clothing of a particular kind, often formal.

Slang Meanings of garment

Meaning: threads

Example Sentence: I just got some new threads for the party.

Meaning: gear

Example Sentence: Check out my new hiking gear!