Fashion

Definition

Fashion refers to the prevailing style or custom in clothing, accessories, or behavior at a particular time and place. It can also denote the process of creating, designing, or adopting trends, or a manner or way of doing something.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈfæʃən/
• Respelling: FASH-uhn

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈfæʃən/
• Respelling: FASH-uhn

Etymology

The word "fashion" originates from the Old French "façon," meaning "form, manner, or make," which in turn derives from the Latin "factio," meaning "a making or doing." It entered Middle English in the 14th century, retaining its association with style and form.

Derivatives

• Fashionable (adjective)
• Fashionista (noun)
• Fashioning (noun/verb)
• Fashion-forward (adjective)
• Unfashionable (adjective)

Synonyms

• Style
• Trend
• Mode

Antonyms

• Outmoded
• Unfashionable
• None

Usage

The noun "fashion" is widely used to describe trends in clothing and culture, such as "The latest fashion trends were showcased at the event." As a verb, it means to shape or create, as in "He fashioned a tool from a piece of wood."

Related Terms

• Trend: A general direction in which something is developing or changing.
• Haute couture: High-end, custom-fitted fashion design.
• Style: A distinctive appearance, typically determined by the principles of design.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The prevailing style or custom in clothing or behavior: Refers to trends that define aesthetic or cultural preferences at a specific time.
  • Example: "Paris is often considered the center of global fashion."
• A manner or way of doing something: Describes a specific method or approach.
  • Example: "He always speaks in a dramatic fashion."

Verb

• To shape or create something, especially by hand: Refers to the act of crafting or forming an object or idea.
  • Example: "She fashioned a vase out of clay."