clothe

[klohth]

verb (used with object)

clothed, clad, clothing. 

1. to dress; attire.

   Synonyms: bedeck, accouter, array, garb, robe

2. to provide with clothing.

3. to cover with or as with clothing.

clothe

/ kləʊð /

verb

1. to dress or attire (a person)

2. to provide with clothing or covering

3. to conceal or disguise

4. to endow or invest

Other Word Forms

• half-clothed adjective
• preclothe verb (used with object)
• reclothe verb (used with object)
• underclothed adjective
• well-clothed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of clothe¹

before 950; Middle English clothen, Old English clāthian, derivative of clāth cloth

Word History and Origins

Origin of clothe¹

Old English clāthian, from clāth _cloth ; related to Old Norse klætha

Example Sentences

Temperatures in the cockpit of an F1 car can be more than 40C, and drivers are wearing several layers of fireproof clothing in addition to a balaclava and helmet, so overheating is a serious concern.

From BBC

A nonprofit that provides hot meals, coffee and clothing to homeless Southern Californians is struggling to recover after its supply trailer was ransacked.

From Los Angeles Times

He also bought her a whole new wardrobe, because he did not like that she had worn her clothes with other people.

From BBC

The fashion brand has become best known for its discounted and trendy clothes, but has drawn criticism over its environmental impact and working conditions.

From BBC

Bourne said she put her clothes back on and agreed to leave.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• attire 
• bundle up 
• cloak 
• disguise 
• do up 
• drape 
• dress 
• dress up 
• equip 
• fit 
• swaddle 
• swathe