Clothes

Definition

Clothes is a plural noun. It refers to items worn to cover the body, typically made from fabric or other materials and including garments like shirts, pants, dresses, and jackets. Clothes serve purposes of protection, adornment, and identification.

Parts of Speech

• Noun (plural)

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kloʊðz/ or /kloʊz/
• Respelling: klohthz or klohz

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kləʊðz/ or /kləʊz/
• Respelling: klohthz or klohz

Etymology

The word "clothes" originates from the Old English term "clāþas," meaning "cloths" or "garments." Derived from "clāþ," meaning "cloth," it evolved over time to refer specifically to garments or items of clothing.

Derivatives

• Clothe (verb)
• Clothing (noun)
• Clothier (noun)
• Clad (adjective, archaic)
• Unclothed (adjective)

Synonyms

• Apparel
• Garments
• Attire

Antonyms

• Nudity
• None
• None

Usage

The term "clothes" is commonly used to refer to items worn on the body for protection, modesty, and style. For example, "He wore warm clothes in the winter," or "Her clothes were fashionable and well-made."

Related Terms

• Textile: A type of cloth or woven fabric.
• Wardrobe: A collection of clothing items.
• Fashion: A prevailing style of dress or behavior.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• Items worn to cover the body: Refers to any garment or piece of attire meant to cover, protect, or adorn the body.
  • Example: "She folded her clean clothes and put them away."
• Articles of dress for various occasions and functions: Encompasses a wide variety of garments, from casual to formal wear, suited for different purposes.
  • Example: "Formal clothes are required for the event."