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Toilette - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Toilette refers to the act of washing, grooming, and dressing oneself, often in preparation for the day or an event. It can also denote a person’s style or manner of dress.

toilette

/twɑˈlɛt/ /twɑːˈlɛt/

Definition:

The act or process of dressing or grooming oneself, especially elaborately.

Synonyms:

grooming, dressing, primping, freshening up

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

dishevelment, neglect

Common Collocations:

morning toilette, evening toilette, complete toilette, quick toilette

Derivatives:

toiletted, toiletting

Usage Tips:

Use "toilette" to describe formal or meticulous grooming, often in historical or fashion contexts.

Common Phrases:

make one's toilette, perform one's toilette, elaborate toilette

Etymology:

From French "toilette," diminutive of "toile" (cloth), referring to the cloth used while grooming.

Examples:

  • 1. She completed her morning toilette before breakfast.
  • 2. His elaborate toilette took over an hour.
  • 3. The queen’s toilette included perfumes and jewels.
  • 4. A quick toilette sufficed before the meeting.

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