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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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They’ll be treated to an authentic Persian breakfast, while taking in festive gowns and sets embroidered with jasmine vines rendered in leather, a Hilá signature.—
Ari Stark,
Footwear News,
11 Feb. 2026
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The person who tapped Paige to send the gowns seems to have been Joleen Garnett, who apparently worked on the costumes for the wedding portion of the halftime show—including the bride and groom’s family’s apparel—alongside Karla Miranda.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
9 Feb. 2026
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The brand, first launched in 2018, has featured a limited edition Minecraft Dungeons collaboration (with Microsoft and Mojang) for cloaks and hoodies, and Five Nights at Freddy’s wearable blankets and winter jackets.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
13 Feb. 2026
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Priests with brown cloaks and long hoods walked through it.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Feb. 2026
Noun
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There will also be cover-ups, beach button downs, beach shorts and midi dresses.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
11 Feb. 2026
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Rocorose Turtleneck Ribbed Knit Sweater Dress Sweater dresses aren’t reserved just for winter.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Feb. 2026
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And floor-length taffeta capes.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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Enoch confronts the celestial hosts, all wearing capes of swastika red under an oppressive horizon of jutting lightning and glaring orange mountains.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 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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Guests can relax post-shower (or post-tub) in Guayabera robes custom-made by Dos Carolinas, and enjoy treats from the Ice Box, including local beer, farmers market provisions, and the makings for the world's best margarita.—
Diana Oates,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Frocks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frocks. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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