wardrobe

noun

Definition of wardrobenext
1
as in pantry
a piece of furniture or a room for storing clothes There were suits and sweaters hanging in the wardrobe.

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2
as in clothes
a collection of clothing He bought a whole new wardrobe to go with his new job.

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Recent Examples of wardrobe Every summer wardrobe needs a reliable pair of denim shorts, and this Levi’s style fits the bill. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 8 July 2026 In addition to the overhead storage above the main lower floor, the HS 640 has a wardrobe to the left of the entry door. — New Atlas, 8 July 2026 Luxury houses and contemporary brands alike are embracing the styling trick, proving one accessory can create multiple looks without overpacking your vacation wardrobe. — Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 Savannah Guthrie isn't afraid of a last-minute wardrobe change. — Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for wardrobe
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wardrobe
  1. pantry
  2. clothing
  3. closet
  4. dress
  5. cupboard
  6. gear
  7. dresser
  8. cabinet
Noun
  • Designed to last years in the pantry, it’s earned a permanent place in kitchens across the world.
    — Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 July 2026
  • Therefore, onions should be stored in a cool, dark space (like a pantry or cellar with temperatures between 45°F and 55°F) to prevent sprouting.
    — Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 4 July 2026
Definition of pantry
Noun
  • Surveillance cameras captured a person dressed in dark clothing on a nearby roof overlooking the courtyard less than ten minutes before the killing, prosecutors said in charging documents.
    — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • The same goes for discovering petite-friendly clothing brands with styles that not only fit, but also flatter shorter frames.
    — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026
Definition of clothing
Noun
  • Everyone needs a pair of white sneakers in their closet, a staple that complements endless outfits.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 10 July 2026
  • On the second floor are four bedrooms, with a primary suite that features a vaulted ceiling and a walk-in closet.
    — Lauryn Azu, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026
Definition of closet
Noun
  • Bella Hadid opted for the style while on vacation in Italy, pairing her sandals with a breezy dress and big sunglasses for an outfit that struck the perfect balance of put-together but still casual.
    — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 8 July 2026
  • This breezy shirt dress is made for vacation days thanks to its drapey fabric, loose short sleeves, and easy collar.
    — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026
Definition of dress
Noun
  • The hotel's team can also do a grocery run and stock the cupboards and fridge ahead of your stay.
    — Chadner Navarro, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2026
  • The small kitchen retains its midcentury charm, but open shelving above the counter provides an airier, more contemporary cupboard to show off Miranda-Martin’s dish and glassware collection.
    — Marissa Gluck, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2026
Definition of cupboard
Noun
  • Hiking asks little in the way of gear, welcomes almost anyone willing to lace up boots, and delivers a combination of novelty, adventure and measurable fitness gains that few other pursuits can match.
    — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026
  • Of course, there’s the open metal gear gate,, with the entire center console sculpted around it.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 10 July 2026
Definition of gear
Noun
  • Be sure to take advantage of these major markdowns on investment pieces like a bed frame, dresser, area rug, and more.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 6 July 2026
  • The oldest French shirtmaker, Charvet got its start in 1838 on Paris’s Place Vendôme thanks to founder Joseph-Christophe Charvet, the son of Napoleon Bonaparte’s personal dresser.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 July 2026
Definition of dresser
Noun
  • In Trinidad and Tobago, meetings have been schedule with telecommunication regulators, the ministers in the economic cabinet to talk about upcoming public tenders and the officials in charge of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026
  • Across from there is the formal living room, with a fireplace on the east wall and built-in bookshelves and cabinets on the west.
    — Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026
Definition of cabinet

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