Smock

/smɒk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A loose, protective garment worn over the clothes, typically by artists or workers.

The artist wore a smock to protect her clothes from paint stains.

A garment resembling a loose tunic, often worn by children.

The children arrived at the art class wearing colorful smocks.

verb

To provide with a smock or to dress in a smock.

She smocked the children before they started their messy craft project.

Middle English, from Old English 'smoca', of uncertain origin.

smock up

To put on a smock or cover for protection.

smock dress

A dress that features a loose-fitting style, similar to a smock.

apron

A protective garment worn over the front of one's clothes.

overall

A type of garment that covers the whole body, typically worn for work.

To dress casually or in a way that's not formal.

He decided to smock it today and wear something more comfortable.