Meaning & Definition of word "Undress"

Undress

/ʌnˈdrɛs/

noun:

  • 1. The act of removing clothes.
    • Example: The undress of the models was part of the show’s theme.

verb:

  • 1. To remove one's clothing.
    • Example: She decided to undress before taking a shower.
  • 2. To remove the clothing from someone else.
    • Example: The nurse had to undress the patient for the examination.
  • 3. To strip off clothing or layers.
    • Example: After a long day, he was eager to undress and relax at home.

Etymology

Middle English, from 'un-' + 'dress' (to put in order or to dress).

Common Phrases and Expressions

to get undressed:

to remove one's clothing, typically for bed or to change.

undress for bed:

to remove clothes in preparation for sleeping.

undress in front of someone:

to take off clothing while being observed by another person.

Related Words

dress:

to put clothes on oneself or another.

clothe:

to provide with clothes.

disrobe:

to take off one's clothes.

Slang Meanings of undress

Meaning: strip

Example Sentence: He was about to strip for the show.

Meaning: get naked

Example Sentence: Let's get naked and jump in the hot tub.