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dress
/dɹɛs/
As a noun, it refers to a specific silhouette that blends a top and bottom into one piece. While often associated with femininity, the connotation varies wildly from casual (sundress) to highly formal (evening gown). When used as a verb for clothing, it implies the process of transformation from a state of undress to readiness. It is more comprehensive than "put on," which refers to a single item; "dressing" covers the entire ritual of getting ready. In a culinary context, it describes a precise, technical preparation. The feeling here is one of refinement and cleaning—stripping away the unnecessary to leave only the usable part of the ingredient.
Countable when referring to the specific one-piece garment ('She bought three new dresses'). Uncountable when referring to clothing or attire in a general sense ('The dress code for the party is formal').
💬Conversación Casual
Your mom wants to know if that blue dress still fits for the wedding.
Idk, adulting is hard and I've totally given up on fitting into anything.
Meanings
A one-piece garment consisting of a skirt with an attached bodice, typically worn by women or girls.
"She wore a long red dress to the gala."
To put clothes on someone or something.
"The mother helped dress her toddler for school."
To put on clothes; to clothe oneself.
"Please wait a moment while I get dressed."