clothing

[ kloh-thing ]

noun

1. garments collectively; clothes; clothes; raiment; apparel.
2. a covering.

clothing

/ ˈkləʊðɪŋ /

noun

1. garments collectively
2. something that covers or clothes

Word History and Origins

Origin of clothing¹

First recorded in 1150–1200; Middle English; clothe + -ing ¹

Idioms and Phrases

see wolf in sheep's clothing .

Example Sentences

This is why they are popular in a wide range of consumer products from umbrellas and clothing to furniture, cookware and food packaging.

From Salon

She said October's fall "was driven by a notably poor month for clothing stores, but retailers across the board reported consumers held back on spending ahead of the Budget".

From BBC

In Cerritos, the teacher who stormed out of the classroom criticized the school for allowing students, and not teachers, to wear political clothing in an email sent to students, Los Cerritos News reported.

From Los Angeles Times

In a study released earlier this month, the National Retail Federation said prices on products that rely heavily on imports, such as electronics, toys, clothing, furniture, household appliances and travel goods, would likely increase.

From Salon

“We were drenched in sweat the entire time. There was never enough sweat for Tim. The lived-in clothing, the ashtrays — it all creates a physical reality.”

From Los Angeles Times