frocking

Definition of frockingnext
present participle of frock

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for frocking
Verb
  • Gates has a preternatural knack for cloaking vulnerability in ferocity, being relatable and aspirational all in one.
    Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 23 Jan. 2026
  • Giving fighters a radar-cloaking edge Potential civilian applications include electromagnetic shielding for high-temperature electronics and adaptive stealth systems for space missions.
    Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • History buffs will enjoy seeing how real events affect our fictional characters, and vintage fashion enthusiasts will love the immaculate costuming.
    Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Jan. 2026
  • As with the hoodie and sunglasses, Robby’s unworn helmet is a subtle but effective deployment of character via costuming, one that Wyle and the show’s creators put a lot of thought into when considering Robby’s season-two arc.
    Genevieve Koski, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Another 14% of companies offer six-year graduated vesting.
    Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 28 Nov. 2025
  • Woods’ 2024 compensation package included salary, bonuses, incentives and supplemental executive retirement plan vesting amounts, the federal records show.
    Chase Jordan November 26, Charlotte Observer, 26 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Ariana Grande stunned in a dramatic black Vivienne Westwood Couture ball gown that featured draping velvet straps tied in bows at the shoulders.
    Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 12 Jan. 2026
  • The actress, 35, who's up for Best Supporting Actress for her work in One Battle After Another, wore a custom Schiaparelli floor-length gown complete with cutouts in the bodice and draping fabric for sartorial drama from all angles.
    Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
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“Frocking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frocking. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.

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