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Components of Clothes

48 Words

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bow
1.
bow
Verb

to bend the head or move the upper half of the body forward to show respect or as a way of greeting

As the queen entered the room, the courtiers bowed deeply.

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buckle
2.
bu
ckle
Noun

a piece of metal or plastic with a hinged pin that is used for fastening a belt, bag, shoe, etc.

He adjusted the buckle on his belt, ensuring it was securely fastened before heading out.

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button
3.
bu
tton
Noun

a small, round object, usually made of plastic or metal, sewn onto a piece of clothing and used for fastening two parts together

He carefully fastened the buttons on his shirt.

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collar
4.
co
llar
Noun

the part around the neck of a piece of clothing that usually turns over

She adjusted the collar of her blouse to make sure it lay flat against her shoulders.

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zipper
5.
zi
pper
Noun

an object with two plastic toothed strips used for fastening the open edges of a piece of clothing, bag, etc.

She struggled to pull up the zipper on her new dress, realizing it was slightly too tight.

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cuff
6.
cuff
Noun

the part of a sleeve at the wrist that can be turned back

He rolled up the cuffs of his shirt before starting the manual labor, ensuring they wouldn't get in the way.

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fastener
7.
fast
ener
Noun

any device that is used to close or secure something, such as a zipper or strap

She struggled with the fastener on her necklace, eventually asking for help to secure it properly.

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fly
8.
fly
Verb

to move or travel through the air

Birds can fly freely in the sky.

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hem
9.
hem
Noun

the edge of a piece of cloth or clothing that has been doubled back and sewn in place

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hood
10.
hood
Noun

a metal part that covers the engine of a vehicle

He popped the hood of the car to check the engine after it started making strange noises.

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knee
11.
knee
Noun

the body part that is in the middle of the leg and helps it bend

He felt a sharp pain in his knee after twisting it during a sports activity.

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leg
12.
leg
Noun

each of the two long body parts that we use when we walk

He stretched his legs before going for a run to prevent muscle cramps.

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line
13.
line
Noun

a long narrow mark on a surface

The child scribbled colorful lines on the paper.

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neck
14.
neck
Noun

the body part that is connecting the head to the shoulders

He turned his head from side to side, testing the flexibility of his neck.

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pocket
15.
po
cket
Noun

a type of small bag in or on clothing, used for carrying small things such as money, keys, etc.

He kept his keys in the pocket of his jeans.

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shoulder
16.
shoul
der
Noun

each of the two parts of the body between the top of the arms and the neck

He felt a sharp pain in his shoulder after lifting weights at the gym.

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sleeve
17.
sleeve
Noun

the part of an item of clothing that completely or partly covers one's arm

She rolled up her sleeve to reveal the tattoo.

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shoulder pad
Noun

a hard protective material worn under the jersey on the shoulder of players in sports such as ice hockey or football

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strap
19.
strap
Verb

to securely tie or fasten using a long, narrow piece of material

The hiker will strap the backpack securely before setting out on the trail.

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toggle
20.
to
ggle
Noun

a small piece of wood or plastic that is used as a fastener by being pushed through a hole or loop on a piece of clothing

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shoelace
21.
shoe
lace
Noun

a long and thin string or cord that is passed through the hooks on a shoe and pulled tightly to fasten it

He tied his shoelace in a double knot to ensure it wouldn't come undone during his run.

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tongue
22.
tongue
Noun

the soft movable part inside the mouth used for tasting something or speaking

Your tongue helps you taste different flavors like sweet and sour.

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heel
23.
heel
Noun

the back of the sole of a shoe or boot

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clasp
24.
clasp
Verb

to grip or hold tightly with one's hand

The child clasped the teddy bear tightly, finding comfort in its soft embrace.

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sole
25.
sole
Adjective

existing without any others of the same type

She was the sole survivor of the shipwreck, stranded alone on the deserted island.

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crown
26.
crown
Verb

to place a crown on someone's head in a ceremony so that person officially becomes a king or queen

In the elaborate coronation ceremony, the Archbishop will crown the new monarch.

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toe
27.
toe
Noun

each of the five parts sticking out from the foot

He accidentally dropped a heavy book on his friend's foot, narrowly missing the toes.

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belt buckle
Noun

a clasp or a fastener that holds the two ends of a belt together

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seq
uin
Noun

a small, shiny, flat or round decorative object that is typically sewn onto garments or accessories to add sparkle and glamour

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30.
bu
tton
hole
Noun

a slit or hole on a piece of clothing that a button is put through to be fastened

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arm
hole
Noun

a cut or opening in a piece of clothing, such as a shirt or jacket, designed to accommodate the wearer's arm

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arm
let
Noun

a piece of jewelry worn around the upper arm, typically made of metal, wood, or cloth, and may be adorned with stones or other decorative elements

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bodice
33.
bod
ice
Noun

the upper part of a woman's dress covering the back and chest down to the waist

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di
cky
Noun

a detachable accessory worn around the neck and chest area of a shirt or blouse to create the illusion of a full shirt

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e
pau
lette
Noun

a type of ornamental shoulder piece or badge worn on military or police uniforms

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flounce
Noun

a strip or piece of fabric that is gathered, pleated, or ruffled and attached to a garment, creating a flowing or decorative effect

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gu
sset
Noun

a triangular or diamond-shaped piece of fabric that is inserted into a garment to add extra room or reinforcement

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hemline
38.
hem
line
Noun

the bottom edge of a garment that has been folded and sewn to prevent fraying, adding structure and a finished look to the clothing item

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ja
bot
Noun

a decorative clothing accessory, typically made of lace or ruffles, that is worn around the neck and chest of a shirt, blouse, or dress

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lapel
40.
la
pel
Noun

a folded flap of fabric on the front of a jacket or coat that extends from the collar to the chest

He wore a flower on his lapel for the wedding.

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neck
line
Noun

the shape or style of the opening at the top of a garment that surrounds the neck, shoulders, and upper chest area

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patch pocket
Noun

a type of pocket that is sewn onto the outside of a garment, usually a flat piece of fabric with an opening at the top

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shawl collar
Noun

a folded-back collar on a garment, resembling a shawl

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train
44.
train
Noun

a series of connected carriages that travel on a railroad, often pulled by a locomotive

I always enjoy listening to music while traveling on the train.

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halter
45.
hal
ter
Noun

a woman's piece of clothing worn on top fastened by a strap behind the neck leaving the back, arms and midriff bare

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waistline
46.
waist
line
Noun

the measurement around the middle part of someone's body

She took her waistline measurement for the tailor to ensure the dress fit perfectly.

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yoke
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yoke
Noun

a pair of similar items considered as a unit

He wore a yoke of earrings.

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pep
lum
Noun

a decorative frill or extension of fabric that is attached at the waist of a garment

The dress featured a flattering peplum that accentuated her waist and added a touch of flair to the silhouette.

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