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Wear - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Wear means to have clothing, accessories, or other items on one’s body. It can also refer to the gradual damage or erosion of something over time due to use.

wear

/wɛr/ /wɛə/

Definition:

To have clothing or accessories on one's body.

Synonyms:

don, sport, put on, dress in

Part of Speech:

verb, noun

Antonyms:

remove, take off

Common Collocations:

wear a hat, wear out, wear glasses, wear perfume, wear a smile

Derivatives:

wearable, wearing

Usage Tips:

Use "wear" for clothing or accessories; "put on" refers to the action of dressing.

Common Phrases:

wear and tear, wear one's heart on one's sleeve, wear thin

Etymology:

From Old English *werian*, meaning to clothe or cover the body.

Examples:

  • 1. She loves to wear bright colors in summer.
  • 2. He always wears a watch on his left wrist.
  • 3. The shoes are starting to wear out after months of use.
  • 4. Wear a coat—it’s cold outside!

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