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attire

at·tire

attire

 
 
pronunciation:
taIr
parts of speech:
transitive verb, noun
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part of speech: transitive verb
inflections: attires, attiring, attired
definition: to dress, esp. in fancy or elegant clothes.
We're wondering how we should attire ourselves for this wedding.
synonyms:
array, clothe, deck out, dress, garb
antonyms:
divest
similar words:
apparel, caparison, costume, equip, gussy up, habit, outfit, rig out, spruce up, trap out
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part of speech: noun
definition: clothing, esp. fancy or elegant garments.
They looked very elegant in their evening attire.
synonyms:
apparel, array, clothes, clothing, dress, finery, garb, wear
similar words:
duds, ensemble, garment, getup, outfit, raiment, Sunday best, threads, toggery, togs
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