dresses
verb · noun
Form of dress , third-person singular of dress.
Simple meaning
To put on clothes.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈdɹɛsəz
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
verb
third-person singular of dress
To put on clothes.
third-person singular of dress
Put a finish on
third-person singular of dress
Put a dressing on
noun
plural of dress
Apparel or clothing, especially when appropriate for a particular occasion, profession, etc.
plural of dressby extension
The external covering of an animal (for example, the feathers of a bird) or an object.
plural of dressby extension
The appearance of an object after it has undergone some process or treatment to fit or prepare it for use; finish.
plural of dressby extension
(figuratively) The external appearance of something, especially if intended to give a positive impression; garb, guise.
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