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gown
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- pronunciation:
- gaUn
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb & intransitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a dress, esp. one worn on formal occasions.
- synonyms:
- formal
- similar words:
- dress, evening dress, frock
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definition 2: |
any long, loose-fitting piece of clothing, such as a nightgown or the ceremonial robe worn by college faculty members or members of the clergy.
- synonyms:
- robe
- similar words:
- cassock, duster, housecoat, lingerie, nightgown, nightie, nightshirt, vestment
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definition 3: |
the faculty and students of a college, as opposed to the other inhabitants of a college town.
the rivalry between town and gown- similar words:
- academe, college, faculty, school, university
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related words: |
formal |
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part of speech: |
transitive verb & intransitive verb |
inflections: |
gowns, gowning, gowned |
definition: |
to dress in or wear a gown.
- synonyms:
- dress, dress up, enrobe, vest
- similar words:
- apparel, drape, garb, habit
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