as in clothing
covering for the human body
a sale on summer apparel for women
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as in to clothe
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
a designer who regularly apparels several of the presenters at the Oscar ceremonies
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Recent Examples of apparel
Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 6 Mar. 2026
If the 15 percent flat rate tariff lasts longer than 150 days, apparel, leather products, and textiles may see price increases.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Feb. 2026
Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
Reliance Retail has about 12,000 stores across India and sells everything from smartphones to groceries to apparel through various eponymous brands, including Reliance Fresh, Reliance Digital and Reliance Trends.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN, 11 Aug. 2021
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Noun
Spillane brings more than 20 years of experience in apparel supply chain operations, with previous roles at Rag & Bone, Diane von Furstenberg, Fendi North America and Coach.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 6 Mar. 2026
If the 15 percent flat rate tariff lasts longer than 150 days, apparel, leather products, and textiles may see price increases.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Feb. 2026
Verb
On top of everyday savings, the warehouse club also offers members additional monthly savings on top products—everything from grocery items to apparel.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
Reliance Retail has about 12,000 stores across India and sells everything from smartphones to groceries to apparel through various eponymous brands, including Reliance Fresh, Reliance Digital and Reliance Trends.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN, 11 Aug. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for apparel
Noun
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His regular customers did not mention anything — not a surprise from clientele who know not to share classified information — but Esparza has been around long enough to sense that the Marines who were coming in to replace gear like sleeping bags and warm clothing were preparing to ship out.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Global textile production now exceeds 120 million metric tons annually, yet less than 1 percent of clothing is recycled back into new fibers.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Mar. 2026
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Regardless of the exterior hue, the interior comes clad in Tartufo full Merino leather trimmed in Alpina Walnut Nature Black and black floor mats.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
6 Mar. 2026
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Oh, sure, Spidey's regular red and blue suit is snazzy, but this Lego Iron Spider-Man bust sees the superhero clad in the outfit that Tony Stark made for him.—
Chris McMullen,
Space.com,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Its light and nutty flavor nicely complements the tangy lemon dressing.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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The transition from cutesy, overly frilly looks into something sleeker can boost their confidence and teach them valuable skills in dressing oneself in a way that honors their self-expression and changing sartorial needs.—
Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
12 Mar. 2026
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If the dress code calls for true beachy or vacation attire, the Jaylah Strapless Midi Dress from Lulus looks like a wavy, ocean-like print that will blend in perfectly on the shore.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Before long, smitten cast members, including Sarah Sherman and a cameraman wearing an I (Heart) Harry shirt who kept focusing on Styles, proved too much for Gosling, who called off a big song and dance number featuring most of the cast in silver space attire.—
Omar L. Gallaga,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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The pictures capture thirty years of evolving set design and costuming in Technicolor—or rather, a gaudier and more hallucinogenic version of it.—
Bryan Barcena,
Artforum,
1 Mar. 2026
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Chrome filigree details outline white French tips, nodding to the swoon-worthy Edwardian costuming in period pieces like Bridgerton.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
23 Feb. 2026
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At the BAFTAs last weekend, Odessa A’zion rocked an ethereal gothic sheer black lace gown on the red carpet.—
Meg Walters,
Glamour,
25 Feb. 2026
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The cascading plissé gown featured diaphanous layers of sheer plissé pleated fabric in alternating shades of pale and rose blush pink.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
22 Feb. 2026
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“Apparel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/apparel. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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