clad
Translation
clad, dressed, covered
Examples
The knights were clad in shining armor.
The knights were clad in shining armour.
The building was clad in stone.
The building was clad in stone.
Grammar Patterns
((in sth.)) dressed in or covered with (sth.) The dancers were clad in colourful costumes.
Similar Words
dressed, attired, covered
Etymology
From the past participle of the verb 'clothe', from Old English 'clāþian'.
Memory Tips
Think of the phrase 'iron-clad', which means covered or protected by iron. This helps remember the 'covered' meaning.