Apparel Meaning and Definition
Apparel
Pronunciation
/əˈprel/
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
clothing and accessories, especially when considered as a whole; garments and fashion items.
Examples
- The department store sells a wide range of apparel for men and women.
- The fashion magazine specializes in fashion apparel and accessories.
Synonyms
- Clothing
- Garment
Antonyms
- Undressed
- Naked
Etymology
The word “Apparel” comes from the Old French “aprez”, meaning “to clothe”, and is derived from the Latin “applicare”, meaning “to apply to” or “to clothe”.
Usage Notes
Apparel is often used in a general sense to refer to all clothing and accessories, but it can also be used to describe specific types of clothing, such as formal or casual apparel.
Cultural References
The term “Apparel” has been used in various contexts in popular culture, including in song titles, such as “Apparel” by the band The Fall.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
- “In one’s best apparel” – meaning to be dressed in one’s finest clothes.
Related Words or Phrases
- Attire
- Fashion
Collocations
- Apparel industry
- Apparel designer
Frequency of Use
Apparel is a relatively common word in modern language, with an estimated frequency of use in the range of 1-5 per 100,000 words.
Common Misspellings
- Appell
- Aprill