dress

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dress

Pronunciation

The IPA phonetic spelling for the word "dress" is: dɹɛs

Here's a breakdown of the sounds in each syllable:

  • drɛs

    • d: voiced alveolar stop

    • ɹ: alveolar approximant

    • ɛ: open-mid front unrounded vowel

    • s: voiceless alveolar sibilant

Word Form Variations

  • The word "dress" has the following word form variations:

    • Singular: dress (noun)

    • Plural: dresses (noun)

    It's important to note that "dress" can also function as a verb, but its form remains the same regardless of tense or person.

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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms

Noun

  • Definition: A piece of clothing, typically worn on the upper body.

    • Synonyms: garment, attire, outfit

    • Antonyms: nakedness

Verb

  • Definition: To clothe oneself or another.

    • Synonyms: clothe, attire, adorn

    • Antonyms: undress

Verb

  • Definition: To prepare (oneself) for a particular occasion or activity.

    • Synonyms: prepare, ready, groom

    • Antonyms: neglect

Examples of Use

In Literature

  • Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë: "She was dressed in a plain muslin gown."

  • Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen: "She was dressed with simplicity and elegance."

In Newspapers

  • The New York Times: "The actress wore a stunning red dress on the red carpet."

  • The Guardian: "Many students are calling for a relaxation of school dress codes."

In Online Publications

  • Vogue: "The latest fashion trends for spring dresses."

  • BuzzFeed: "How to Dress for a Job Interview."

In Entertainment

  • Movie Titles: "Little Black Dress," "The Dressmaker"

  • Song Titles: "Little Black Dress" by Jordin Sparks, "Dress You Up" by Madonna

  • Television Shows: "The Dress Code" (a reality TV show about fashion)

In General Public Discourse

  • "I need to dress up for the wedding."

  • "She's always well-dressed."

  • "Let's dress casually for the picnic."

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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Dress

  1. "A well-tailored dress is to women what a well-cut suit is to men." – Christian Dior

  2. "You can never be overdressed or overeducated." – Oscar Wilde

  3. "Dress shabbily and they remember the dress; dress impeccably and they remember the woman." – Coco Chanel

  4. "Fashion is about dressing according to what’s fashionable. Style is more about being yourself." – Oscar de la Renta

  5. "The dress must follow the body of a woman, not the body following the shape of the dress." – Hubert de Givenchy

  6. "A dress makes no sense unless it inspires men to want to take it off you." – Françoise Sagan

  7. "Elegance is not about being noticed, it’s about being remembered—and the right dress does just that." – (Original quote)

  8. "A dress should be tight enough to show you’re a woman and loose enough to show you’re a lady." – Edith Head

  9. "Dressing well is a form of good manners." – Tom Ford

  10. "A great dress can change your mood, your confidence, and sometimes your whole day." – (Original quote)

Etymology

The word "dress" comes from a long journey through languages. It started as a Latin word, "directus," which meant "straight." Over time, this word changed as it moved through different languages. It went from Latin to Old French, becoming "drecier," which still had a similar meaning of "to straighten" or "to set in order."

When this word came to English, it took on the meaning of "to clothe" or "to prepare." This was around the 14th century. So, the next time you put on a dress or a suit, you're actually taking part in a linguistic tradition that's hundreds of years old!

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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Dress

Common Phrases:

  • Dress code: A set of rules specifying what types of clothing are appropriate.

  • Dress rehearsal: A final practice session before a performance.

  • Sunday best: One's finest clothing.

Related Idioms:

  • Dressed to kill: To be dressed in a very stylish and attractive way.

  • Dress down: To reprimand someone severely.

  • Dress down: To wear casual clothes.

Note: While "dress" isn't a core component of many idioms, its association with appearance and presentation can be linked to various figurative expressions. For instance, the idiom "to put on a brave face" can be metaphorically related to "putting on a dress" of courage, implying a superficial covering of one's true feelings.

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Source Information

Definition of dress from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.

KIRU

KIRU is an American artist, author and entrepreneur based in Brooklyn, New York.

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