apparel
Translation
apparel, clothing, attire
Examples
The store sells sports apparel for men and women.
The store sells sports apparel for men and women.
She has a fine taste in apparel.
She has a fine taste in apparel.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) clothing, especially when it is being sold or described. The store sells sports apparel.
Similar Words
Synonyms: clothing, attire, garments, gear
Etymology
From Old French 'apareillier', meaning 'to prepare, make ready'. It shares a root with 'apparatus'.
Memory Tips
Think 'a-pair-el' – you wear pairs of things like socks and trousers. Or, it's what you 'prepare' to wear.