clothing

noun

cloth·ing ˈklō-t͟hiŋ

: items (as of cloth) designed to be worn to cover the body

The children and their teachers strolled up the path, the colors of their winter clothing bright against the monotone of the field.—

Ward Just

… radiating vibrance through her bright clothing and makeup.—

Hannah Jones

also : coverings

… seeks to regulate and adopt flammability standards to upholstered furniture, mattresses, bed clothing and candles. —

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Examples of clothing in a Sentence

an expensive article of clothing We're collecting food and clothing for the poor. Only people wearing protective clothing may enter the room.

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Unfortunately, instead of making the clip that attaches to your clothing a peg or similarly sprung clip, King Smith has opted for one reminiscent of a plastic paperclip. —

PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024 His obsession with athletic shoes and sleek clothing has been innate rather than forced, according to him. —

Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024 The shoe and clothing outlet opens at 11 a.m. on Nov. 7 with a special two-day promotion of 30% off purchases, among other offers. —

Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 5 Nov. 2024 Shop a few of our favorite sneakers and clothing picks below. —

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