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as in gowns
a garment with a joined blouse and skirt usually worn by a woman or girl
please get into your nicest frock and join us at the party
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as in cloaks
a sleeveless garment worn so as to hang over the shoulders, arms, and back
the man clutched his heavy frock as he made his way through the driving rain
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Recent Examples of frocks
Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
And amongst her friends, young wives and mothers didn't wear flowered frocks, and high heels around the house.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2025
There were organza gowns adorned with miniature pastel rosettes and puff-sleeve pink frocks with abstract floral appliqués for the princess.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
In London, Di Petsa recreated the look of sandy beaches with two tan denim frocks, embellished with frayed seams and hems.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, Gigi and Bella channeled springtime earth tones in elegant green frocks.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
Elliott believes that his cast dressing to the nines in outrageously glamorous frocks and bejeweled Carmen Miranda-style headgear atop their wigs, helped pave the way for the likes of RuPaul’s Drag Race to enter the mainstream.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2025
Those patisserie-style frocks are exhibited alongside other modern-day interpretations of the queen’s impeccable wardrobe, from Milena Canonero’s Oscar-winning costumes for Coppola’s film to Galliano and Lagerfeld’s designs for Dior and Chanel, respectively.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2025
His funky sleeveless frocks decked out with snaps, buckles, zippers, and cool transparent sections were the biggest hit.
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 18 Sep. 2025
Noun
Ariana Grande and Jennifer Lawrence cast a spell over us with whimsical frocks from Vivienne Westwood and Givenchy, respectively, while fellow nominees Elle Fanning and Teyana Taylor upped the ante with over-the-top attire.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
And amongst her friends, young wives and mothers didn't wear flowered frocks, and high heels around the house.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2025
There were organza gowns adorned with miniature pastel rosettes and puff-sleeve pink frocks with abstract floral appliqués for the princess.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
In London, Di Petsa recreated the look of sandy beaches with two tan denim frocks, embellished with frayed seams and hems.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, Gigi and Bella channeled springtime earth tones in elegant green frocks.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
Elliott believes that his cast dressing to the nines in outrageously glamorous frocks and bejeweled Carmen Miranda-style headgear atop their wigs, helped pave the way for the likes of RuPaul’s Drag Race to enter the mainstream.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2025
Those patisserie-style frocks are exhibited alongside other modern-day interpretations of the queen’s impeccable wardrobe, from Milena Canonero’s Oscar-winning costumes for Coppola’s film to Galliano and Lagerfeld’s designs for Dior and Chanel, respectively.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2025
His funky sleeveless frocks decked out with snaps, buckles, zippers, and cool transparent sections were the biggest hit.
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 18 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frocks
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On Tuesday night, New York City’s color-loving partygoers braved the fierce cold, emerging from cars on Gansevoort Street clad in floor-length sequin gowns and a kaleidoscope of prints, stepping over three-foot snow pileups to enter the museum.—
Gaby Keiderling,
Vogue,
28 Jan. 2026
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Stas Komarovski shot the campaign for the collaboration in Paris, in which the footwear is modeled with Frankel’s bridal gowns.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
28 Jan. 2026
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Women in black cloaks with their faces and hands covered in line with their religious faith waited in the rain for limited amounts of food to be dispersed.—
Jane Arraf,
NPR,
22 Jan. 2026
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The campaign included guerrilla marketing tactics throughout Seoul, with individuals in black cloaks branded with the album logo appearing in districts like Gangnam, Seongsu, and Hongdae.—
Hannah Abraham,
Forbes.com,
17 Jan. 2026
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According to the brand, Valentine’s Day consistently drives strong engagement across dresses, statement tops and special occasion wear, as customers plan outfits to match a range of celebrations, including date nights, galentine’s gatherings and daytime brunches.—
Virgie Tovar,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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This one has a relaxed fit that layers easily over dresses and tops.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
28 Jan. 2026
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Soon his parents and older sister arrive from the air, trailing rainbows behind their colorful capes.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2026
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The village, famous for its Christmas markets selling South Tyrolean gifts and with artisans at work, is also known for the Moessmer textile factory, founded in 1894, where coats and capes are made from loden (the typical Tyrolean fabric).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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In it, Oldham costumes up as a shaggy woodland monster, which—after a more nimble inhabitant seemingly swaps into the outfit—proceeds to engage a human in an elaborate dance routine.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
7 Jan. 2026
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The room houses costumes for performances for the entire year, and there are about 40 years of costumes in the room.—
Najahe Sherman,
CBS News,
22 Dec. 2025
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The Constitution vests Congress with the authority to declare war.—
Garrett Downs,
CNBC,
8 Jan. 2026
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The Constitution vests Congress with the authority to declare war while making the president the commander in chief of the military.—
Allison Pecorin,
ABC News,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Frocks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frocks. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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