wearing
adjective (1)
wear·ing
| \ ˈwer-iŋ
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Definition of wearing
(Entry 1 of 2)
: intended for wear
wearing apparel
wearing
adjective (2)Definition of wearing (Entry 2 of 2)
: subjecting to or inflicting wear
especially
: causing fatigue
a wearing journey
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Adjective (2)
wearingly
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ˈwer-iŋ-lē
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adverb
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adverb
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“Wearing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wearing. Accessed 9 Aug. 2022.
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