Definition

A frame used to hang clothes so they can dry or air out, or a person who is very focused on fashion and appearance.

Example

She used a clotheshorse to dry her freshly washed clothes.

Conversation

Have you seen my new clotheshorse?

No, I haven't! What does it look like?

It's a foldable one that fits perfectly in my laundry room.

That sounds really handy for drying clothes!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Clotheshorse is formed from "clothes" (from Old English *clāþas*, meaning garments or coverings) and "horse" (from Old English *hors*, meaning a large animal used for riding or carrying). The term refers to a frame or structure that holds clothes, resembling a horse in its function of supporting items.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'horse' that holds 'clothes' — that's why a clotheshorse is a structure for hanging garments.

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