Meaning & Definition of word "Undress"

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    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.