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donned

 

[ dɒnd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

wearing clothing

The word 'donned' is the past tense of the verb 'don', which means to put on or dress oneself in clothing or an accessory. It often implies putting on something formal or significant, such as a costume, uniform, or special attire. The term can also be used metaphorically to describe assuming a role or identity. This action suggests intention and readiness as the person prepares for an event or situation.

Synonyms

attire, clothe, put on, wear

Examples of usage

  • She donned her favorite dress for the party.
  • He donned a helmet before riding his bike.
  • The actor donned a mask for the role.
  • They donned their winter coats before going outside.

Translations

Translations of the word "donned" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vestido

🇮🇳 धारण किया

🇩🇪 angezogen

🇮🇩 memakai

🇺🇦 одягнений

🇵🇱 założony

🇯🇵 着用した

🇫🇷 revêtu

🇪🇸 vestido

🇹🇷 giyinmiş

🇰🇷 입은

🇸🇦 مرتدي

🇨🇿 oblečený

🇸🇰 oblečený

🇨🇳 穿上

🇸🇮 oblečen

🇮🇸 klæddur

🇰🇿 кигізген

🇬🇪 ჩაცმული

🇦🇿 giyinmiş

🇲🇽 vestido

Etymology

The word 'don' comes from the Old French 'donner', which means 'to give'. The shift in meaning to 'putting on clothes' likely emerged as an extension of the sense of taking something that is given, such as clothing or armor. This usage can be traced back to the 16th century, gaining particular prominence in British English. In the context of academic dress, 'donned' may refer to the traditional robes and caps worn by scholars, reflecting its historical significance in education and ceremony. The evolution of this term showcases how language adapts and transforms as society's practices and cultural signifiers change over time.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,230, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.