Many verbs have different meanings, however this section deals with verbs and phrasal verbs connected with clothes . An example is provided only where the verb is commonly used in everyday conversation.
One irregular verb in bold is shown in all its forms.
The Verb (infinitive form) | The Meaning | An example | R=Regular Verb |
To attire | To dress (especially in fine elegant clothes). | (Rarely used in conversation) | R |
To buckle | To fasten an item of clothing using a buckle. | She buckled up her daughters shoes. | R |
To button | To fasten an item of clothing using buttons. | She buttoned up her cardigan before she went outside. | R |
To clothe | To dress (yourself or someone else). | (Rarely used in conversation) | R |
To dress | To put clothes on (yourself or someone else). | She dressed before she went to work. | R |
To fasten | To secure an item of clothing, using zips, buttons or buckles. | She fastened his jacket to make sure he didn't get cold. | R |
To undress | To take off clothes (your own or someone elses). | He undressed before getting into the shower. | R |
To unfasten | To undo or open an item of clothing. | He unfastened his tie before he took it off. | R |
To unzip | To unfasten an item of clothing using a zip. | She unzipped her jacket when she got too warm. | R |
To wear | To have an item of clothing on one's person. | She wore her best suit for the interview. | I |
To zip | To fasten an item of clothing using a zip. | She zipped up her jacket before she went outside. | R |
Phrasal Verbs
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