clothe

Meanings

• Verb

  To cover the body or parts of the body with clothing or garments.

  - "He clothed himself in a warm coat before going outside."
  - "The baby needs to be clothed before being presented to the guests."

• Noun

  A piece of clothing or garment.

  - "She wore a beautiful red dress to the party."
  - "He tore his clothes in grief."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkloʊð/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

dight , don , put on

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with clothe
robe , globe , dobe , glove

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Variants

List of all variants of clothe that leads to same result
clad , clothe , clothed , clothes , clothing

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Etymology

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Old English clothian, from cloth.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'clothe' is derived from the Old English word 'clothian', which means 'to clothe'.

2. In the Middle Ages, it was considered impolite to appear in public without wearing a shirt or other undergarment.

3. The first known use of clothing dates back to around 72,000 BC, when animal skins were used for warmth and protection.

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Related Concepts

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1. Textile: A textile is a material made through weaving, knitting, crocheting or bonding fibers, threads, yarns or other materials together.

2. Fashion: Fashion is a popular style or practice, especially in clothing, footwear, accessories, makeup, hairstyles, and body posture.

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Culture

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Clothes have been an essential part of human civilization since ancient times. They serve various purposes, including protection from the elements, expression of personal identity, and cultural significance.

How to Memorize "clothe"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person putting on clothes to get dressed.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'clothe' with the act of getting dressed or covering one's body with clothes.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Covering Oneself Thoroughly Helps Expose' to memorize the word 'clothe'.

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