Definition

Items that people wear to cover their bodies, such as shirts, pants, dresses, and coats.

Example

She bought new clothing for the winter season.

Conversation

I just bought some new clothing for the summer.

Nice! What kind of styles did you get?

I went for some casual outfits and a few dressy pieces.

That sounds perfect for the season!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Clothing → The word 'clothing' originates from the Old English 'clāþ', meaning cloth or garment, combined with the suffix '-ing', which denotes a process or action. Thus, 'clothing' refers to the process or act of putting on garments or the garments themselves.

Memory Tip

Think of 'clāþ' as referring to cloth, and remember that 'clothing' is the act of wearing or the items made from cloth.

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