Describing Clothes

describing brightly colored clothing made of reflective material in a way that is easily seen

to suddenly move or cause someone or something move downward, forward, or into something

The cliff diver gathered his courage and took a deep breath before plunging into the water.

very damaged or old in a way that has become unusable

He donated his worn-out clothes to a local charity.

not confined or under someone or something's control

The dog was loose in the yard, happily running around.

(of clothes or shoes) fitting closely or firmly, especially in an uncomfortable way

His shoes were too tight, and they gave him blisters.

(of a woman's clothing) showing most of the back or shoulders

(of women's clothing) designed with a neckline that dips low at the front

The evening gown had a low-cut neckline.

to tightly hold on to someone or something

She clung to the safety railing as she looked down from the balcony.

a small piece of cloth or paper used for cleaning

to make information that was previously unknown or kept in secrecy publicly known

In her memoir, the author courageously revealed her struggles with mental illness.

lacking in magnitude or quantity

a utensil shaped like a deep spoon or ladle for taking up or serving portions

The ice cream scoop stuck to the frozen surface.

allowing light to pass through so that objects on the other side can be seen clearly

The see-through plastic container made it easy to identify the contents without opening it.

(of clothing) close-fitting, short, and exposing more of the body than typical

She wore a skimpy dress to the party, turning heads as she walked in.

clothing made for the general market not only for an individual

a very short skirt or dress that does not reach the knees

She wore a mini to the summer party, enjoying the warm weather.

describing a dress or skirt that falls below the knee but above the ankle

a long skirt, dress or coat ending near the ankles

to create clothing, fabric, etc., typically from wool or thread, using a machine or a pair of long and thin needles

She knitted a cozy scarf for the winter.

a skirt that flares out from the waist to the hemline in the shape of an A

a lifted collar that fits around the neck

to give someone essential information or instructions about a particular subject or task

Before the meeting, the manager will brief the team on the agenda and key discussion points.

to become wider at one end or toward the bottom

The bell-bottom trousers flared at the bottom, creating a fashionable and retro look.

having a very low amount of body fat

She has always been naturally skinny, even though she eats well.

‌(of clothes) made with care and style and therefore highly priced

not damaged by the water or not letting water through

(of clothes) very tight

She slipped into the skintight leggings, feeling every curve of her body accentuated by the fabric.

(of clothes) without any sleeves

She opted for a sleeveless blouse to stay cool in the summer heat, pairing it with a flowing skirt for a casual yet chic look.

‌(of clothing) tight or closely fitting to the body, emphasizing the contours of the wearer's body

(especially of a dress or bra) having no shoulder straps

(of a piece of clothing) having a neckline in the shape of the letter V

She opted for a V-neck top to add a touch of elegance to her casual outfit.

a plain round neckline on a sweater or shirt that has no collar

He chose a black crew neck for the casual outing.

an item of clothing with sleeves that extend from one's shoulders to one's elbows

The store has a wide variety of short sleeves in different colors.

a style of garment in which the sleeves extend to cover the arm from the shoulder to the wrist

clothing or garments that are designed for individuals who require sizes beyond the standard range, typically larger or smaller than the average sizes available

The café served coffee in an extra small cup.

below average in physical size

He had a small backpack that was easy to carry.

having a size that is not too big or too small, but rather in the middle

They ordered a medium pizza to share among the group, neither too big nor too small.

above average in amount or size

The elephant was large, towering over the other animals in the savanna.

(of a size) larger than large, often used for clothing, packaging, or other items

He ordered an extra large coffee to start his day.

clothing or garments that are designed for individuals who require sizes larger than the standard range

items that are designed to fit a wide range of body sizes or shapes without the need for specific sizing

(of clothing) large, comfortable, and not fitting the body closely

Loose-fitting clothes are more comfortable for exercising.

(of clothes) fitting tightly in a way that is not annoying and shows the shape of the body

She wore a close-fitting dress to the gala that highlighted her figure.

made in a single piece without separate parts

a bathing suit that consists of separate pieces for the top and bottom, typically including a bikini top and bikini bottoms

being snug and covering the body closely

a set of clothes that one wears together, especially for an event or occasion

She carefully selected her outfit for the interview, wanting to make a good impression.

to take one's clothes off

After a long day at work, she undressed and changed into comfortable loungewear.

(of a piece of clothing) close-fitting in a way that shows the outline of a woman's figure

to undo or untie; to make something become loose or open

(of a part of the body) not covered by any clothing

She felt the cool breeze on her bare arms as she walked along the beach.

a high, close-fitting collar that covers most of the neck, often folded over and sometimes extended into a roll-neck

a sleeve that ends between the elbow and wrist, covering approximately three-quarters of the arm's length

a decorative border made of hanging threads, cords, or strips, often used to embellish clothing or accessories

firm and stable in form, not like a gas or liquid

The ice had formed into a solid block after being left in the freezer overnight.

neither short nor long, but falls in between in terms of length

She opted for a mid-length dress for the semi-formal event, striking the perfect balance between casual and formal attire.

(of a person) dressed in worn and old clothes

He showed up to the job interview looking shabby, with wrinkled clothes and unkempt hair.

describing the garments that have sleeves

(of an item of clothing) having sleeves that are long enough to reach one's wrist

She wore a long-sleeved shirt to keep warm during the chilly evening.

(of a person) having a height that is greater than what is thought to be the average height

He is a tall basketball player, perfect for the sport.

(of clothing) secured with buttons in a vertical row along the entire length of the garment

small and attractive in shape, structure, or appearance

The delicate ballerina moved across the stage with grace and precision, captivating the audience with her elegant movements.