Frocked: meaning, definitions and examples
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frocked
[ frɒkt ]
dressing, clothing
To frock means to dress or put on a frock, which is a type of garment typically worn by women and girls. Frocks can come in various styles, often characterized by a loose, flowing cut. The term can also imply a sense of modesty or formality in a piece of clothing. While modern usage may vary, traditionally, frocks were associated with specific occasions or ceremonial events.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She frocked up for the wedding.
- The children frocked for the school play.
- He frocked his daughter in a lovely dress.
- After the ceremony, everyone frocked more casually.
Translations
Translations of the word "frocked" in other languages:
🇵🇹 vestido
🇮🇳 फ्रॉक पहने हुए
🇩🇪 gekleidet
🇮🇩 bergaun
🇺🇦 вбрання
🇵🇱 ubrany w suknię
🇯🇵 ドレスを着た
🇫🇷 habillé
🇪🇸 vestido
🇹🇷 elbise giymiş
🇰🇷 드레스를 입은
🇸🇦 مرتدي فستان
🇨🇿 oblečený v šatech
🇸🇰 oblečený v šatách
🇨🇳 穿着长裙
🇸🇮 oblečen v obleko
🇮🇸 klædd í kjól
🇰🇿 көйлек киген
🇬🇪 ხმლის აცმული
🇦🇿 paltar geyinmiş
🇲🇽 vestido
Etymology
The word 'frock' originates from the Middle English term 'frocke,' which is derived from the Old French 'froque.' The Old French term likely comes from the Latin 'fructus,' meaning 'fruit' or 'produce,' though it may also be related to 'frack,' a term for a covering garment. Historically, a frock referred to a monk's robe, reflecting the connection between the garment and modesty or religious conformity. Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include various styles of dresses and gowns worn by women. In the 19th century, the frock became particularly popular in women's fashion, evolving into styles that emphasized elegance and feminine aesthetics. Today, the term is still used, though it has largely been replaced by more modern terminology for dresses and gowns.