as in clothing
covering for the human body
needed some snazzy attire for the job interview
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as in to dress
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
men attired in tuxedos for the awards banquet
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Recent Examples of attire
Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 6 Aug. 2025
More husbands began noticing the matching attire, and the prank reached its crescendo.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Aug. 2025
Christopher Watson, ABC News, 8 May 2025
The president and vice president were professionally attired in suits and ties befitting the stateliness of the Oval Office while Zelenskyy opted for a casual outfit resembling a tracksuit.
—Evan Nierman, Baltimore Sun, 13 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Each of these findings, accompanied by Andre 3000’s flair for dramatic attire during key periods of his artistry, speaks volumes.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 6 Aug. 2025
More husbands began noticing the matching attire, and the prank reached its crescendo.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Aug. 2025
Verb
The next step is to get the new pope attired for his first public appearance.
—Christopher Watson, ABC News, 8 May 2025
The president and vice president were professionally attired in suits and ties befitting the stateliness of the Oval Office while Zelenskyy opted for a casual outfit resembling a tracksuit.
—Evan Nierman, Baltimore Sun, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attire
Noun
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Highlights include free services and giveaways including groceries, diapers, backpacks, clothing, haircuts and more.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Aug. 2025
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Barriers to aid Government assistance like FEMA and nonprofit aid groups like Salvation Army and Samaritan’s Purse have been the lifeline for Texas flood victims left in need of clothing, food and housing.—
Diego Mendoza,
CNN Money,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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There is talk about having cameras in dressing rooms, which for me is an absolute no-go.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
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The garden salad was refreshing, with iceberg lettuce, cucumber and cherry tomatoes dressed with homemade ranch dressing with the taste of fresh dill.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Next to me line cooks, sous-chefs, and other assorted restaurant workers clad in athleisure are limbering up in the middle of a narrow street in downtown Manhattan, the skyscrapers casting us into shadow in the sunny weather.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
12 Aug. 2025
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The main level is open and airy and anchored by a dramatic double-sided fireplace clad in vertical strips of wood, a motif that repeats throughout the home.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Directed by Berry Gordy, scored by a soaring Diana Ross ballad, and costumed brilliantly, the film charts the rise of Tracy Chambers—a retail assistant by day and fashion design student by night from the South Side, who leaves behind the familiar to become a supermodel and designer in Rome.—
Shelton Boyd-Griffith,
Vogue,
4 Aug. 2025
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Not only is her costuming spot-on for women of her time, but it’s also been given an injection of color and play.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
29 July 2025
Noun
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Located 2 miles west of St. Ignace in the Upper Peninsula, the eclectic shop sells a variety of merchandise, including souvenirs, gifts, Native American goods, apparel, a penny press, nautical and novelty items.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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Nintendo Promotional images for the My Mario merchandising line also included a glimpse of additional kid-friendly items, including apparel, soft plush toys, accessories like backpacks, and kid-friendly crockery, lunchboxes, bibs, and more.—
Oliver Brandt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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These sporty-looking split-hem pants can seamlessly transition from travel wear to workwear.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Aug. 2025
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Some groups may reap more advantages than others from this type of fitness wear.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Attire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attire. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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