finery

noun

fin·​ery ˈfī-nə-rē How to pronounce finery (audio)
ˈfīn-rē
plural fineries
: ornament, decoration
especially : dressy or showy clothing and jewels

Examples of finery in a Sentence

She was proud to show off her new evening finery. the guests arrived at the wedding in all their finery
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Prince Harry and Meghan, 43, married in a fairytale ceremony at St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle on May 19, 2018, and what looked like a framed photo of them in their wedding finery was spotted behind him. Janine Henni, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024 Powell also offered royal finery from Jean-Marc Vallée’s 2009 historical drama, The Young Victoria, including four regal gowns illustrating the long reign of the British monarch played by Emily Blunt. Fawnia Soo Hoo, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Oct. 2024 Rebecca Hall can envision herself wearing finery while making a fuss in late 19th century New York — on The Gilded Age, that is. Eric Andersson, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2024 If your furry friend is open to their festive finery, make sure there are no parts that can get caught around their neck or mouth, or any pieces that can be chewed or swallowed. Julia Lamont, The Mercury News, 22 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for finery 

Word History

Etymology

fine entry 1 + -ery

First Known Use

1647, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of finery was in 1647

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Cite this Entry

“Finery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/finery. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

finery

noun
fin·​ery ˈfīn-(ə-)rē How to pronounce finery (audio)
plural fineries
: showy clothing and jewels

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