Donning: meaning, definitions and examples

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donning

 

[ หˆdษ’nษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

wearing clothing

Donning refers to the act of putting on or getting dressed in clothing or gear. The term is often used in both a casual and formal context, indicating the process of adorning oneself with apparel. It can also apply to specific instances in professional settings, such as donning protective equipment. The word emphasizes the action of covering oneself with garments.

Synonyms

dressing, putting on, wearing.

Examples of usage

  • She is donning her winter coat before heading outside.
  • The doctor began donning his surgical gloves before the procedure.
  • He was donning a tuxedo for the gala event.

Translations

Translations of the word "donning" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vestir

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคนเคจเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช anziehen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ memakai

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐะดัะณะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zakล‚adanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็€็”จใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท revรชtir

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ponerse

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท giymek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฐฉ์šฉํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุฑุชุฏุงุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ oblรฉkรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ obleฤenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฉฟ็€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ obleka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ klรฆรฐast

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะธั–ะฝัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒกแƒแƒชแƒ›แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ geyim

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ponerse

Etymology

The word 'don' has its origins in the late Middle English period, derived from the Old French 'doner', which means 'to give' or 'to place'. It was formed from the Latin 'dare', implying a sense of putting on or giving oneself the action of wearing something. Initially used in the context of donning academic robes or gowns in educational institutions, the term has evolved over the centuries. Its proliferation in the English language is significantly noted from the 16th century onwards, often employed in literary works to describe the act of dressing, particularly in more formal or ceremonial settings. Over time, 'donning' has come to encompass a broader range of clothing and protective gear, reflecting changes in dress norms and occupational safety practices.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,446, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.