donning
Americannoun
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the act of putting on a garment or piece of equipment.
In the ancient Middle East, the donning of sackcloth was a sign of mourning.
Participants will gain experience in the donning of a harness and other safety practices involved in working from heights.
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the act of assuming or adopting a particular attitude, responsibility, etc..
The birth of a child entails the donning of a new set of priorities for the parents.
Etymology
Origin of donning
First recorded in 1830–40; don 2 ( def. ) + -ing 1 ( def. )
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While fans can expect to see a new actor donning the cape and cowl, the future for Batman rogues gallery favorite Harley Quinn is a bit less clear.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
The actress marked the occasion by donning a stunning lace Schiaparelli gown featuring long sleeves and a high neckline.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 23, 2026
He has described watching his children donning Specs to run around playing laser tag, learn about dinosaurs and build with virtual Legos.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
Al-Dabba and his sons, donning protective netted hats and wielding metal bee smokers, gently inspect the neat rows of teeming hives.
From Barron's ● Aug. 7, 2026
Men are donning House of Bijoux top hats, indented with chambers to display pearls and rubies and sapphires.
From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton
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