clothing

[kloh-thing] / ˈkloʊ ðɪŋ /

NOUN

attire

Synonyms

STRONG

accouterment apparel array caparison civvies clothes costume covering drag drapery dress duds ensemble equipment feathers finery frippery frock garb garments gear habiliment habit hand-me-downs livery mufti outfit overclothes panoply rags raiment regalia rigging sack sportswear tatters things threads tog trappings trousseau underclothes vestment vesture vines wardrobe wear

WEAK

full feather getup glad rags tailleur toggery tout ensemble

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The Parades Commission said no paramilitary-style clothing should be worn or illegal flags displayed this year.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

The UBS analysts, led by Jay Sole, compiled employee-count data at the “softlines” retailers that they cover — those that sell things like clothing and linens.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

The Lakenheath Alliance for Peace, which organised the protest, said the seven had been arrested wearing clothing with the message: "We oppose genocide, we support Palestine Action."

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

The firm forges collaborations between its influencers and brands including the Four Seasons hotel chain, retailer Target, clothing company American Eagle and chocolate maker Hu.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“Mothers had to attend to their households, preparing meals, repairing clothing, and caring for their children.”

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis

clothing

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