overdress

Meanings

• noun

  A long, outer garment that covers the whole body, often with sleeves and a hood.

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Antonyms

underdress

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Variants

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overdress , overdressed , overdresses , overdressing

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Etymology

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The word 'overdress' originates from the Old English word 'oferdrasen', which means 'covering over' or 'superadded clothing'.

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Trivia

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1. An overdress was once a symbol of wealth and status in Norway, as it required a significant amount of wool and labor to produce.

2. In some parts of Norway, it was believed that wearing an overdress during a storm would protect the wearer from the elements.

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Related Concepts

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1. cloak: An overdress is a type of cloak that covers the entire body.

2. frock: An overdress can also refer to a long, loose-fitting dress or frock.

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Culture

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In Norwegian folklore, an overdress was a traditional garment worn during weddings and other celebrations. It was often made of wool and decorated with embroidery and beads.

How to Memorize "overdress"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize an overdress as a long, flowing garment that covers the entire body, often with sleeves and a hood.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'overdress' with the idea of a covering or protection.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'over' means 'covering' or 'on top of', and 'dress' means 'garment', so an overdress is a garment that covers you.

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