as in clothing
covering for the human body
needed some snazzy attire for the job interview
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as in to dress
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
men attired in tuxedos for the awards banquet
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Recent Examples of attire
Austin Meek, New York Times, 29 May 2025
Speaking of attire, Max Azria, founder of women’s fashion brand BCBG (not to be confused with CBGB, the legendary dive bar turned NYC punk nirvana), likely found the six-bedroom layout perfect for his eye for fashion.
—Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Arthur Lubow, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
The film’s stars, including Robert Pattinson, attired the best threads for the red carpet occasion, posing for photos ahead of the film’s screening.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 13 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Rosenthal came to the door sporting dapper attire and, according to one newspaper account, painted fingernails.
—Austin Meek, New York Times, 29 May 2025
Speaking of attire, Max Azria, founder of women’s fashion brand BCBG (not to be confused with CBGB, the legendary dive bar turned NYC punk nirvana), likely found the six-bedroom layout perfect for his eye for fashion.
—Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Verb
In a portrait that is emblematic of her art, Gottfried photographed a circus entertainer dressed in a top hat and white tie, accompanied by his two canine partners, also formally attired, the large Doberman pinscher in a white tie and a turban, the miniature pinscher with a frilly collar.
—Arthur Lubow, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
The film’s stars, including Robert Pattinson, attired the best threads for the red carpet occasion, posing for photos ahead of the film’s screening.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attire
Noun
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The pop-up will be open from Friday through June 22 and features a selection of men’s and women’s clothing and accessories across two floors.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
13 June 2025
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But a man usually needs to get his clothing’s color right, because the same amount of accessory options don’t exist.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
Verb
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Investigators said the shooter was dressed as a police officer.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
15 June 2025
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Authorities are searching for a shooting suspect who dressed as a police officer and fled on foot, officials said.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
15 June 2025
Verb
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Excitement reverberated throughout the Santa Clara Youth Soccer Park as city officials unveiled the host city plaque to a crowd of kids clad in cleats and jerseys who were eager to take part in a youth soccer clinic led by former San Jose Earthquakes player Shea Salinas.—
Grace Hase,
Mercury News,
12 June 2025
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In the footsteps of those dancing orphans roamed my students, burnished by tanning beds and clad in tiny shorts.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
11 June 2025
Verb
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The group will perform in Renaissance period costume the music of Shakespeare, including songs and dances from his plays, using a variety of reproduction Renaissance instruments.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 May 2025
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The costume designer joined the series during production of that season, the first was costumed by Isis Mussenden.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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Yahoo Mail teamed up with viral comedian Morgan Jay for the apparel collaboration for a new campaign video, showing Jay managing his incoming emails.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
12 June 2025
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Lauren also designs a clothing line called Sports Club Atelier, which focuses on Edmonton Oilers apparel.—
Beth Sobol,
People.com,
12 June 2025
Noun
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For those who appreciate romance, a fluid maxi or strapless number will get plenty of wear.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
5 June 2025
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These look similar to traditional penny loafers, but have a rubber outsole designed to offer enhanced support for all-day wear.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
5 June 2025
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“Attire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attire. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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