Apparel: meaning, definitions and examples

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apparel

 

[ ษ™หˆpรฆrษ™l ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

clothing

Clothing, especially outer garments; attire; garments collectively.

Synonyms

attire, clothing, garments

Examples of usage

  • He was dressed in fine apparel for the party.
  • The store offers a wide selection of designer apparel.
  • She designs her own apparel line.
  • The company specializes in trendy apparel for young adults.
  • High-quality apparel is essential for outdoor activities.
Context #2 | Noun

formal

Clothing of a particular style or for a particular occasion.

Synonyms

costume, dress, outfit

Examples of usage

  • The wedding guests were all in elegant apparel.
  • The company's uniform policy requires professional apparel.
  • She prefers casual apparel for everyday wear.
Context #3 | Verb

archaic

To clothe or adorn.

Synonyms

attire, clothe, dress

Examples of usage

  • The king was appareled in his finest robes.

Translations

Translations of the word "apparel" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vestuรกrio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคชเคกเคผเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Bekleidung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pakaian

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะดัะณ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ odzieลผ

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่กฃๆ–™

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vรชtements

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ropa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท giysi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜๋ฅ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู„ุงุจุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ odฤ›v

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ odev

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœ่ฃ…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ obleka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรถt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะธั–ะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒแƒœแƒกแƒแƒชแƒ›แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ geyim

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ropa

Etymology

The word 'apparel' originated from the Old French word 'apareillier' meaning 'to prepare'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century with the general sense of 'to make ready'. Over time, it evolved to refer specifically to clothing and attire. Apparel has been an essential part of human culture for centuries, reflecting social status, cultural norms, and personal expression.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,972 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.