Donning: meaning, definitions and examples
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donning
[ หdษnษชล ]
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:
๐ต๐น vestir
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเคนเคจเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช anziehen
๐ฎ๐ฉ memakai
๐บ๐ฆ ะฝะฐะดัะณะฐะฝะฝั
๐ต๐ฑ zakลadanie
๐ฏ๐ต ็็จใใ
๐ซ๐ท revรชtir
๐ช๐ธ ponerse
๐น๐ท giymek
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฐฉ์ฉํ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงุฑุชุฏุงุก
๐จ๐ฟ oblรฉkรกnรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ obleฤenie
๐จ๐ณ ็ฉฟ็
๐ธ๐ฎ obleka
๐ฎ๐ธ klรฆรฐast
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบะธัะฝั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแกแแชแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ geyim
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.
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